Kalmegh कालमेघ

🌱 About the plant

The bitter herb of the monsoon — quick from seed and a reliable pot plant.

Growing it

Sow thickly and thin; germination is uneven.

What it is for

Traditional bitters; strong seasonal interest for small insects.

🪴 How to grow

Sunlight

Part sun

Water

Twice a week

Season

Jun–Jul

Grows in

Balcony, Garden / ground

Mature size

40–90 cm

First harvest

Leaves at 90 days

Sow thickly and thin; germination is uneven.

🌾 Traditional uses

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

Traditional knowledge

Traditional bitters; strong seasonal interest for small insects.

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