Indian Mulberry (Noni) Plant
Morinda citrifolia, or Indian Mulberry (Noni), is a hardy shrub growing 3-6m, thrives in well-drained loam, full sun, with high moisture, and has edible and medicinal uses.
Habit
Shrub
Height
3 to 6 m
Growth
Medium
Soil
Well-drained, loamy soil
Shade
Full
Moisture
High
Edible
Yes
Medicinal
Yes
Origin
India, Southeast Asia
Climatic Condition
Tropical, Humid
Temperature (°)
20 to 35
Humidity (%)
70 to 90
Potting media
Coir-perlite mix
Fertilizers
Organic manure, NPK 4:2:3
Watering
High
Plant Weight
500-1000 g
Flowering Time
Summer to Fall
Soil Ph level
5.5 to 6.5
Water Ph level
6.0 to 7.0
Soil EC
0.3 to 1.0
Yield Per Plant
30-50 kg/tree
NPK ratio
14:14:14
life Span
10-20 years
Health Benefits
Rich in Vitamin C, boosts immunity, anti-inflammatory
Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?
50% loam, 25% peat, 25% compost
Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers
Fertilize with organic compost and seaweed extract monthly.
Common Diseases and Remedies
Common Diseases
Root Knot Nematodes, Leaf Spot, Aphids, Fruit Fly, Mealybugs.
Symptoms
Galls on roots, stunted growth Brown/black spots on leaves, Curling, yellowing leaves, Small holes in fruit, premature fruit drop, White, cottony masses on leaves.
Organic Remedies
Rotate crops, use resistant varieties, Prune affected leaves, apply neem oil, Insecticidal soap, Wipe with alcohol.
In-Organic Remedies
Nematicides containing oxamyl, Copper-based fungicides, Imidacloprid-based insecticides, Insecticides containing spinosad, Systemic insecticides like imidacloprid.