Andrographis paniculata, the King of Bitter, is an herbaceous annual plant known for its extremely bitter taste and traditional medicinal uses. It features lance-shaped leaves and small white flowers.
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Sunlight
Prefers full sun to partial shade.
Watering
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
Soil
Well-draining, fertile soil. Sandy loam is ideal.
Temperature
Thrives in warm temperatures.
Habitat
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Fertilizer
Feed during the growing season.
Prefers full sun to partial shade.
Protect from intense midday sun in hot climates.
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
Water when the top inch of soil is dry.
Well-draining, fertile soil. Sandy loam is ideal.
Thrives in warm temperatures.
Ideal range is 20-30 °C.
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Feed during the growing season.
Use balanced liquid fertilizer every 2-4 weeks.
Plant Type
Herb
Plant Category
Medicinal
Plant Place Type
Ground, Pot
Plant Environment
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Lifespan
Annuals
Plant Height
0.3-1 m
Spread
0.3-0.5 m
Growth Rate
Moderate
Dormancy
None
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Simple
Flower Size
0.5-0.8 cm
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
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Edible
No
