Indian Gorgon Nut Plant
Nymphaea nouchali, or Indian Gorgon Nut, is a hardy herb growing 0.3-0.6m, prefers loamy, well-drained soil, full sun, and produces edible seeds with medicinal properties.
Habit
Herb
Height
1 to 1.5 m
Growth
Slow
Soil
Loamy, well-drained
Shade
Full
Moisture
High
Edible
Yes
Medicinal
Yes
Origin
India
Climatic Condition
Tropical, Humid
Temperature (°)
20°C to 30°C
Humidity (%)
60% to 80%
Potting media
40% Loam, 40% Sand, 20% Organic Matter
Fertilizers
Organic Fertilizer
Watering
Regular watering
Plant Weight
0.5 to 1.0 kg
Flowering Time
Late Spring to Summer
Soil Ph level
5.5 to 6.5
Water Ph level
6.0 to 7.0
Soil EC
0.6 to 1.0 mS/cm
Yield Per Plant
2 to 4 kg per plant
NPK ratio
10:10:10
life Span
4 to 6 years
Health Benefits
Antioxidant, Digestive Aid
Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?
50% loam, 25% compost, 25% sand
Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers
Fertilize every 4-6 weeks with balanced fertilizer.
Common Diseases and Remedies
Root Rot Powdery Mildew Aphids Leaf Spot Anthracnose
Yellowing, wilting leaves White powdery spots on leaves Curling, yellowing leaves Brown or black spots on leaves Dark lesions on fruit and leaves
Improve drainage, reduce watering Neem oil, sulfur spray Insecticidal soap, neem oil Prune infected leaves, neem oil Prune affected areas, copper-based sprays
Fungicides containing metalaxyl Myclobutanil-based fungicides Imidacloprid-based insecticides Copper-based fungicides Chlorothalonil-based fungicides