Acorus Calamus, Vekhand Plant

Description

Description

One of the most popular ayurvedic herbs used to treat Cancer, Bronchitis and digestive ailments is the Vekhand Plant. The biological name of the plant is Acorus calamus.

It is a herbaceous perennial plant and due to its use in every Indian household people often consider it wise to grow indoors. So, one can also find Vekhand Plants online at affordable ranges and of good quality!

Plant Specifications:

Acorus Calamus Plant Facts:

• In India, the plant is used as a substitute for ginger and cinnamon
• The plant can also be eaten raw like a fruit
• The taste of the plant is bitter, so it has to be kept in water for a couple of hours before use

Plant Details:

Vekhand Plant Benefits:

• The Vekhand plant is a good source of medicine for those suffering from digestive problems
• The plant is also regarded as a nerve tonic and can be used to treat epilepsy
• The plant is also used in the treatment of Cancer

Plant Care Information:

Vekhand Plant Care Instructions:

Planting: 

• Ensure that the plant is neatly placed in the pot and repotting should be avoided         
• The pot should also have a proper drainage system

Fertilizing:

• To reduce the toxic contents of fertilizers, it should be mixed with water whenever applied
• Try to use organic fertilizers to ensure no chemical degrades plant quality

Acorus Calamus Watering Tip: 

• To keep the plant intact, watering should be done when the plant container or soil has dried
• Carefully water the plant and avoid sogginess

Sowing Tip:

• Make sure that the plant receives full natural bright sunlight and proper humidity to avoid slowing down its germination

As the plant’s phytochemicals ingredients are quite essential for human body growth and development therefore it should be grown in indoor households and in nurseries. If you wish to establish a home garden quickly then have a look at the Vekhand Plant online collection.