Kanuga Plant
KANUGA, also known as Pongamia or Indian Beech, is an outdoor shrub with fragrant flowers. Plant in well-draining soil with partial to full shade. Water consistently, and prune to shape the shrub. Fertilize during the growing season for abundant flowers.
Habit
Shrub
Height
4-7 meters
Growth
Fast
Soil
Sandy, well-drained soil
Shade
Full Sun
Moisture
Moist
Edible
No
Medicinal
No
Origin
Tropical Asia
Climatic Condition
Tropical, coastal climates
Temperature (°)
25-35
Humidity (%)
70-80
Potting media
Organic compost, loamy soil
Fertilizers
Nitrogen-rich
Watering
High
Plant Weight
500-1,000 grams
Flowering Time
Spring to Summer
Soil Ph level
6.0-7.5
Water Ph level
6.5-7.5
Soil EC
0.3-0.5 mS/cm
Yield Per Plant
High
NPK ratio
10:10:10
life Span
50+ years
Health Benefits
Medicinal oil, heart health
Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?
50% loam, 25% compost, 25% sand
Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers
Fertilize every 4 weeks with a balanced fertilizer.
Common Diseases and Remedies
Common Diseases
Alternaria leaf blight .
Symptoms
Dark brown spots appears on leaves .
Organic Remedies
Collection and removal of fallen leaves.