Harsingar Shrub सेवंती

🌱 About the plant

The garden chrysanthemum of the north-Indian winter, sold by the crate at Diwali.

Growing it

Pinch the tips twice before September for a domed plant.

What it is for

Winter colour and garlands; excellent cut flower.

🪴 How to grow

Sunlight

Five hours of sun

Water

Every second day

Season

Jul–Aug

Grows in

Balcony, Terrace / rooftop

Mature size

40–80 cm

First harvest

Flowers November to January

Pinch the tips twice before September for a domed plant.

🌾 Traditional uses

Traditionally used — recorded as tradition, not as established effect. The two registers below are kept separate on purpose.

Traditional knowledge

Winter colour and garlands; excellent cut flower.

Scientific evidence

This record has not yet assessed the research on these uses. Absence of an assessment here is not evidence either way.

Important: Traditional plant use does not replace professional medical advice. Do not treat a condition on the strength of this page — speak to a doctor.

🐝 Ecological value

🗺️ Where it grows in India