Podapathri
Gymnema sylvestre

                Podapathri Plant              

Podapathri is a  medicinal vine used to regulate blood sugar levels and treat diabetes. Also known as Gurmar, it thrives in tropical climates and requires regular watering for healthy growth..

     
         Picture illustrating Podapathri plant

Habit

Vine

Height

0.5 to 1.0 m

Growth

Medium

Soil

Well-drained, Sandy Loam

Shade

Partial to Full Sun

Moisture

Moderate

Edible

No

Medicinal

Yes

Origin

Madagascar

Climatic Condition

Tropical, Subtropical

Temperature (°)

20°C to 30°C

Humidity (%)

50% to 70%

Potting media

50% Loam, 40% Sand, 10% Compost

Fertilizers

Organic Fertilizer

Watering

Regular watering

Plant Weight 

0.2 to 0.3 kg

Flowering Time

Spring to Summer

Soil Ph level

6.0 to 7.0

Water Ph level

6.0 to 7.0

Soil EC

0.5 to 0.8 mS/cm

Yield Per Plant 

5 to 6 kg per plant

NPK ratio 

10:10:10

life Span

2 to 3 years

Health Benefits

Ornamental, Medicinal

Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?

40% loam, 30% compost, 30% sand


Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers

Monthly feeding with organic fertilizers

 

Common Diseases and Remedies

Leaf Spot, Root Rot, Powdery Mildew, Aphids, Mealybugs.

Brown lesions, soggy roots, white fungal coating.

Neem oil, pruning infected parts.

Sulfur fungicides, systemic fungicides.

                  HEALTH BENEFITS

· Used in Ayurveda for respiratory and digestive health.

· Contains anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties.

· Supports wound healing and detoxification.

Palagaddalu
Hemidesmus indicus