Tag: gardening
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Lost in Translation: The Many Names and Mysteries of Ponnanganni or Honagone
Though the saying goes, “What’s in a name?”, I often find myself saying that names are highly subjective, especially when it comes to plants. Many local/common names overlap between different species, sparking endless confusion. The debate over which is the “real Ponnanganni”(Tamizh) or “Honagone”(Kannada) only gains more momentum and heat in gardening groups, turning a…
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Rooting for Tubers Festival – 3rd Edition
My obsession with all of these actually stems from the fact that I was born and raised in a small town in Kerala by parents who loved plants, gardens, and the outdoors! We grew a lot of fruit trees, vegetables, and tubers in addition to ornamental plants in our home. I suppose that because we…
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Plant-aids from Nature’s pharmacy
Growing up, one of my fondest memories was watching The Jungle Book on DD National. I remember a particular scene vividly: Mowgli, injured in the jungle, is helped by a ‘human’ who quickly plucks some leaves, chews or crushes them, and applies them to Mowgli’s wounds. That simple act resonated with me, sparking an early…
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Blooming Delights: A Guide to Edible Flowers in India
Last Updated on 01-Oct-2025 India is a treasure trove of diverse flora, showcasing a stunning variety of edible flowers that are as flavorful as they are beautiful. Picture this: from the majestic Himalayan foothills to the lush tropical forests of the south, our country’s landscapes are bursting with blossoms that have been cherished in traditional…
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Which is the real Brahmi?
The debate over which plant is the true Brahmi centers on Centella asiatica, Bacopa monnieri, and Hydrocotyle varieties, each with distinct properties and usages in Ayurveda. In Kerala, Bacopa is primarily called Brahmi, while Centella is referred to in other regions. Understanding these differences is crucial for proper identification and use.
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DIY Hanging Shelf from fruit crates
Never make a reason that you don’t have space for a pot! When I asked my near by shop guy to home deliver the fruit crates they were throwing out- Initially they were puzzled(they might have thought why I need the junk) and later they agreed. I had many ideas in my mind and hence…
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Upcycled plant pot holder
The biggest problem of DIY Crafters is space! Not to keep their upcycled works but to store the things they keep aside thinking they would make something out of it one day. Those things may include empty courier cardboard boxes, kid’s broken toys, glass bottles and wooden scraps picked from roadsides, sea shells, the list…
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Gardening series – Red flame Ivy
☘️Murivu kolli/Murikooti/Muriyanpacha(Malayalam) Red -flame ivy/ Vrana ropani(Sanskrit) Family: Acanthaceae Botanical name: Hemigraphis colorata Blume 🌱This is one of the must have plants in every house 🌱The plant is famously known for healing wounds & stopping any external bleedings due to it’s antibacterial properties present in the leaves. 🌱Most of the households in Kerala will have…
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India’s Biggest Organic Gardening Event “Oota From Your Thota” – Don’t miss it!
If you are in Bangalore on Aug 25/26, please do not miss this wonderful event happening at Durgaparameshwari Ground, Opp. Ranga Shankara, JP Nagar. Visit OFYT page for more details. Register now for Free Entry, Gardening Consultation and Workshops! The Brochure for the event can be read here OFYT FB page – https://www.facebook.com/ofyt.org/ OTG FB page – https://www.facebook.com/groups/OrganicTerraceGardening/ …
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