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Kalmegh (Andrographis paniculata (Burm.f.) Nees)
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Andrographis paniculata

Kalmegh (Andrographis paniculata (Burm.f.) Nees)Herb

Andrographis paniculata, commonly known as creat or green chiretta, is an annual herbaceous plant in the family Acanthaceae, native to India and Sri Lanka.

FamilyAcanthaceae
GenusAndrographis
NativeSouth Asia
LifespanPerennial

Propagation Guide

Propagate Hibiscus easily and grow new plants from cuttings.

Best time to propagate is spring to early summer when the plant is actively growing.

Choose a Propagation Method

Stem Cuttings

Best

Most common and successful method.

Air Layering

Reliable

Great for woody branches.

Seeds

Slow

Less common and may not produce identical plants.

Stem Cuttings Step-by-Step

Take cutting

1

Select a healthy semi-woody stem.

Prepare cutting

2

Remove lower leaves and trim below a node.

Apply hormone

3

Dip the cut end in rooting hormone.

Plant cutting

4

Place in a well-draining potting mix.

Provide humidity

5

Cover loosely with a plastic bag.

Roots develop

6

Roots form in 4-6 weeks.

TipObserve your plant regularly and adjust care according to your local climate and conditions.