Insulin
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Description
About Insulin plant
Costus igneus, commonly known as insulin plant in India, belongs to the family Costaceae. Consumption of the leaves are believed to lower blood glucose levels, and diabetics who consumed the leaves of this plant did report a fall in their blood glucose levels.
Plant Specifications
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Plant Height |
1 ft |
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Plant Spread |
6 inch |
*Above specification are indicative only. Actual dimensions may slightly differ
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Common Name |
Costus igneus, Chamaecostus cuspidatus, fiery costus or spiral flag |
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Maximum Reachable Height |
2 ft |
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Compatibility |
Can be grown on Ground and Terrace |
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Bloom Time |
6 months in a year |
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Sunlight |
More than 6 hours of direct bright sunlight a day is ideal for plant. |
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Watering |
Before water poke your finger/plain small stick into the soil to check the moisture. Water when top soil (1-2 inches) feels dry to touch. Water thoroughly in the summer and reduce watering in winter and rainy season. |
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Soil |
The soil should be well drained and fertile, rich in organic content for growing plant. |
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Fertilizer |
During the main g rowing season (June-July) feed the plant with organic fertilizer |
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