Indian White Poppy Plant
Papaver somniferum, or Indian White Poppy, is a hardy herb growing 1-1.5m, prefers well-drained loamy soil, full sun, and has edible seeds with medicinal uses.
Habit
Herb
Height
1-1.5m
Growth
Medium
Soil
Well-drained loamy
Shade
Full
Moisture
Moderate
Edible
Yes
Medicinal
Yes
Origin
India
Climatic Condition
Temperate, Subtropical
Temperature (°)
15-25
Humidity (%)
50-60%
Potting media
40% Loam, 40% Sand, 20%Compost
Fertilizers
Organic Fertilizer
Watering
Regular Watering
Plant Weight
0.1-0.2 Kg
Flowering Time
Spring to Summer
Soil Ph level
6.0-7.5
Water Ph level
6.0-7.0
Soil EC
0.4-0.8 mS/cm
Yield Per Plant
1-2 kg per Plant
NPK ratio
05:10:05
life Span
1-2 yrs
Health Benefits
Pain Relief
Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?
50% loam, 25% compost, 25% sand
Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers
Fertilize every 3-4 weeks with balanced fertilizer.
Common Diseases and Remedies
Downy Mildew, Root Rot, Aphids, Powdery Mildew, Leaf Spot.
Yellow spots on leaves, white growth underneath, Wilting, yellowing leaves, Curling, White powdery patches on leaves, Brown or black spots on leaves.
Neem oil, improve air circulation Improve soil drainage, avoid overwatering Insecticidal soap, neem oil Apply sulfur-based sprays Prune affected areas, neem oil
Fungicides with copper or mancozeb Fungicides with metalaxyl Imidacloprid-based insecticides Fungicides containing sulfur Copper-based fungicides