Bokkinaru
Nyctaginaceae

Bokkinaru Plant

          Bokkinaru is a shrub growing up to 5 feet, moderately hardy, prefers loamy, well-drained soil, partial shade, medium moisture, not edible, and not medicinal.

 

Picture illustrating Snake Bokkinaru plant

Habit

Shrub

Height

30-50 cm

Growth

Seasonal

Soil

Well-drained sandy

Shade

Partial sun

Moisture

Medium

Edible

No

Medicinal

Yes

Origin

Asia

Climatic Condition

Tropical

Temperature (°)

20-35°C

Humidity (%)

60-80

Potting media

Sand + Organic Matter

Fertilizers

Balanced NPK (10:10:10)

Watering

Moderate watering

Plant Weight 

100-300 g

Flowering Time

Seasonal

Soil Ph level

6.0-7.0

Water Ph level

6.5-7.0

Soil EC

1.0 dS/m

Yield Per Plant 

Moderate yield

NPK ratio 

10:10:10

life Span

3-5 years

Health Benefits

Ornamental, local medicinal use

Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?

50% peat moss, 30% compost, 20% sand

Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers

Apply balanced liquid fertilizer every 4 weeks

Common Diseases and Remedies

Root rot, Powdery mildew, Leaf spot, Aphids. 

Yellowing, black or brown spots on leaves, powdery coating, wilting

Neem oil, baking soda solution, garlic spray, compost tea

Copper fungicides, insecticidal soap, horticultural oil

Blue Dracena
Cordyline indivisa