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Nagori Ashwagandha
The prized Nagori type, considered the finest for root quality in Ayurveda. Compact plant with thick, potent tap roots.
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Light
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Full sun. Thrives in dry heat with 5 to 6 hours of direct light.
Watering
Sparingly. Every 4 to 5 days in summer, every 8 to 10 days in winter. Dry side is the safe side.
About Ashwagandha
Ashwagandha is one of the most valued herbs of Ayurveda, traditionally used for strength, stress relief and restful sleep. The plant itself is a tough, drought loving shrub with soft grey green leaves and small orange red berries in papery husks. Its roots are harvested after 8 to 10 months and dried for use.
Botanical name
Withania somnifera
Family
Solanaceae (Nightshade family)
Origin
India and the dry subtropics, a pillar of Ayurveda
Local names
Ashwagandha, Asgandh, Indian Ginseng, Winter Cherry
Uses
- ✓Home grown Ayurvedic root for traditional preparations
- ✓Ashwagandha tea and churna after drying the root
- ✓A hardy, low water shrub for sunny dry corners
- ✓Educational herb garden centrepiece
Watering Guide
Sparingly. Every 4 to 5 days in summer, every 8 to 10 days in winter. Dry side is the safe side.
- •Water only when the soil is fully dry, this is a dryland herb
- •Overwatering causes root rot and ruins the harvestable root
- •Rain fed conditions suit it, shelter the pot from heavy monsoon
- •Deep, infrequent watering builds a stronger tap root
Soil Mix Recipe
- Garden soil2 parts
- Coarse sand2 parts, it loves light dry soil
- Compost1/2 part, keep it lean
Best Practices
- ★Use a deep pot (12 to 15 inches) so the tap root can develop
- ★Do not fertilize heavily, lean soil gives more potent roots
- ★Harvest roots at 8 to 10 months when the berries ripen
- ★Consult a qualified practitioner before consuming any home preparation
Growth Journey
Watch your Ashwagandha grow, from day one to full glory
Seedling
Month 1
Height: 10 to 15 cm
Vegetative growth
Month 2 to 4
Height: 30 to 50 cm
Flowering and berries
Month 5 to 7
Height: 60 to 75 cm
Root harvest ready
Month 8 to 10
Height: 75 to 100 cm
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