Himalayan Lovage Plant
Lagenaria siceraria, or Indian Gourd, is a fast-growing vine reaching 3-4m, prefers loamy, well-drained soil, full sun, and produces edible fruits with medicinal uses.
Habit
Herb
Height
2-4 ft
Growth
Medium
Soil
Well-drained loam
Shade
Full
Moisture
Moderate
Edible
Yes
Medicinal
Yes
Origin
Himalayas
Climatic Condition
Temperate, Subalpine
Temperature (°)
5-20°C
Humidity (%)
50-80
Potting media
Loam, compost
Fertilizers
Organic
Watering
Moderate
Plant Weight
300-800 g
Flowering Time
Summer
Soil Ph level
6.0-7.5
Water Ph level
6.0-7.5
Soil EC
1.0-1.3
Yield Per Plant
5-10 kg/plant
NPK ratio
10:10:10
life Span
Perennial
Health Benefits
Medicinal herb, digestive aid
Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?
50% loam, 25% compost, 25% sand
Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers
Fertilize every 2-3 months with balanced fertilizer.
Common Diseases and Remedies
Common Diseases
Powdery Mildew, Aphids, Downy Mildew.
Symptoms
White powdery patches on leaves, Curling, yellowing leaves, Yellow spots on leaves, grayish mold underneath.
Organic Remedies
Prune and Remove infected plant parts, Insecticidal soap, Neem oil, improve air circulation
In-Organic Remedies
Fungicides containing sulfur, Imidacloprid-based insecticides, Fungicides with copper.