Sunlight for मोगरा / बेला?

Full sun to bright shade. Best flowering in 5–6 hours of direct sun; tolerates a few hours of shade. Insufficient light produces lush leaves but few flowers.

Water for मोगरा / बेला?

Regular, even. Keep soil consistently moist but never waterlogged during growing season. Reduce watering in winter when growth slows.

Soil for मोगरा / बेला?

Rich loam, slightly acidic. Prefers nutrient-rich loamy soil pH 6.0–7.0 with high organic content. Heavy clay or alkaline soils cause chlorosis and reduced flowering.

Temperature for मोगरा / बेला?

22–32 °C. Frost-tender; foliage damaged below 5 °C. Container plants overwintered indoors in temperate climates remain green but stop flowering.

What is मोगरा / बेला used for medicinally?

Flower decoction in folk medicine for fever, headache, and lactation suppression; Leaf paste in Ayurveda for ulcers and skin disorders; Aromatherapy preparations for stress and insomnia

What does the scientific name Jasminum sambac mean?

Jasminum: Latinised from the Persian word for the flower, transmitted through Arabic into European languages. sambac: From the Arabic zanbaq, an old name for jasmine and lily-like fragrant flowers.

आज का पौधा

Jasminum sambac

मोगरा / बेलाVine

मोगरा एक बहुवर्षीय सुगंधित झाड़ीनुमा बेल है; इसके सफेद फूल मंदिरों में चढ़ावा, गजरा बनाने और इत्र निर्माण में सदियों से प्रयुक्त होते आए हैं।

FamilyOleaceae

GenusJasminum

NativeIndian Subcontinent

LifespanPerennial; productive 10–15 years before requiring rejuvenation pruning

How Often to Water?

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How Much Water?

Watering amount varies by growth stage and season.

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Watering by Pot Type

Pot-specific adjustments from this plant's watering guide.

TerracottaDries quickly; water more often

PlasticRetains moisture longer; avoid trapped excess water

CeramicModerate retention; check moisture before watering

Hanging BasketDries fastest; check daily in hot weather

GroundDeep roots usually need less frequent watering