Indian Barberry Plant
Berberis asiatica, or Indian Barberry, is a hardy shrub growing 1-3m, prefers loamy, well-drained soil, partial shade, and has edible fruits with medicinal properties.
Habit
Shrub
Height
2 to 4 m
Growth
Medium
Soil
Loamy, well-drained
Shade
Partial
Moisture
Moderate
Edible
Yes
Medicinal
Yes
Origin
India, Nepal
Climatic Condition
Temperate, Dry
Temperature (°)
10 to 30
Humidity (%)
50 to 70
Potting media
Garden soil
Fertilizers
Organic compost
Watering
Moderate
Plant Weight
200-500 g
Flowering Time
Spring to Summer
Soil Ph level
6.0 to 7.0
Water Ph level
6.0 to 7.0
Soil EC
0.3 to 0.8
Yield Per Plant
Medicinal use, edible berries
NPK ratio
10:10:10
life Span
20 to 30 years
Health Benefits
Used for liver health, lowers cholesterol.
Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?
50% loam, 30% compost, 20% sand
Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers
Fertilize every 2-3 months with balanced fertilizer.
Common Diseases and Remedies
Rust, Aphids, Leaf Spot, Powdery Mildew, Scale Insects.
Yellow/orange pustules on leaves, Curling, yellowing leaves, Brown/black spots on leaves, White powdery patches on leaves, Waxy bumps on leaves and stems.
Remove affected leaves, apply sulfur-based sprays, Insecticidal soap, neem oil.
Fungicides with triazoles, Imidacloprid-based insecticides, Copper-based fungicides, Fungicides containing sulfur, Insecticides like acephate.