Tridalam Trigunakaram| Trinetrancha Triyaayudham| Trijanma Paapa Samharam| Eka Bilvam Shivarpanam|| The meaning of this above shloka/chanting in Sanskrit means offering of a bilvapatra (i.e., … [Read more...]
Arka – Giant Milkweed
Plant Summary: Among the 21 leaves offered to Lord Ganesha during Patra Pooja/leaves offering ritual, Arka/Yekka leaf is one of them. Pooja to Lord Hanuman is incomplete without the offering … [Read more...]
White Popinac Tree
This tree with its white flowers is planted for ornamental purposes as well as for firewood and livestock feed. White Popinac Tree are part of the flora in Kukkarahalli Lake in Mysore and also found … [Read more...]
Christmas tree
When dad used to recollect his boyhood days spent on his grandfather's estate called “Sane hidlu/incessant rain” in Chikkamagalur, he always referred to the huge Christmas tree present in the front … [Read more...]
Re-Potting Plants
Re-potting of plants becomes essential when the plant outgrows the pot that it was growing in. The pots that needs to be re-potted can be identified by observing the following: If water stands on … [Read more...]
Tips for growing Orchids
Orchids are slow groiwng pernnial herbs and their cultivation is simple as compared to other plants since their requirements are minimum for optimum growth. It is generally believed out of experience … [Read more...]
Gulgangi Tree
I was very fond of the huge Gulgangi tree in our school grounds. It provided shade to batches of students for years. Many students would sit in groups and enjoy their lunch under the shade of the … [Read more...]
Banni Tree
The botanical name of this tree is Prosopis spicigera. In Sanskrit it is known as Shami Vruksha. Banni tree is found in dry and arid regions at low altitudes. This tree is widely grown in … [Read more...]
Erythrina – Coral Tree
Tree Summary: Erythrina also known as Coral tree is a genus of tropical and subtropical flowering trees belonging to Fabaceae* family. There are an estimated 113 species of Erythrina species, or … [Read more...]
Orchid Epidendron Ibaguense
Orchid Epidendron Ibaguense is also known as 'crucifix' orchid. The orchid shown below is a ‘crucifix’ orchid (Epidendron ibaguense). This orchid grows ‘wild’ on the mountain and many sprays of its … [Read more...]
Nutrients For Plants
Nutrients For Plants are very essential for growth and to produce flowers and fruits. Proprietary packs of potting composts and plant foods usually list the nutrient content on the label for … [Read more...]
Orchid Dendrobium Oshin
Plant Summary: The genus Dendrobium contains around 1000 species. Most of them are epiphytes (tree dwellers) and are found in tropical and sub-tropical regions. Flower types vary from being … [Read more...]
Orchid Aerides Ringens
Aerides is a genus belonging to the Orchid family. It is an high altitude epiphytes. The fragrant blooms are usually white and orchid pink. They are hardy plants and can be grown easily at home with … [Read more...]
Orchid Dendrobiums Velveth Midnight
Dendrobiums are the largest and the most popular group of orchids, extensively grown in South East Asia for cut flower production owing to their all year round flowering. Dendrobium hybrids are very … [Read more...]
Orchid Rhynchostylic Retusa
Rhynchostylic Retusa's common name in Rhyncho Orchid. This orchid is widely found in Western Ghats and Himalayas. It is a sturdy epiphytic orchid with fragrant flowers. The flowers are small … [Read more...]
Orchid Spathoglottis Plicata
Spathoglottis Plicata is a species from the Far East grows very well in South India. It is a terrestrial orchid with large bulbs and is good landscaping plant in frost-free areas. A long spike … [Read more...]
Orchid Cymbidium Bicolor
Orchid Cymbidium Bicolor is widely found in Western ghats and Himalayas. Picture above: Cymbidium Bicolor in Bhadra Sanctuary It is a tufted robust orchid with large false bulbs and pendulous … [Read more...]
Orchid Aerides Crispum
Orchid Aerides Crispum is widely grown in the western ghats of India. The flowers have a pleasant fragrance. The aerial roots are thick and absorb all the essential nutrients from the … [Read more...]
Madagascan Periwinkle
Plant Summary: A native of Madagascar the world's fourth largest island, found off the east coast of Africa. The botanical name of this tropical and evergreen plant is Catharanthus Roseus. Madagascan … [Read more...]
Orchid Potting – Method 1
Orchids are unique plants and the potting has to be just right for them to grow well in home gardens. Orchids, which are epiphytes have aerial roots which needs support as they grow. Ground orchids … [Read more...]
