Buy Mappia nimmoniana, Ghanera, kalkurinji, Nothapodytes Nimmoniana, Mappia Foetida – Live plant online shopping for sale
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Buy Ghanera, kalkurinji, Nothapodytes Nimmoniana, Mappia Foetida
– Live plant online shopping for sale
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Buy Mappia nimmoniana, Ghanera, kalkurinji, Nothapodytes Nimmoniana, Mappia Foetida – Live plant online shopping for sale
Medicinal Uses: To treat cancer
Mappia nimmoniana (Amruta / Narkya) – Live Medicinal Plant
Bring home Mappia nimmoniana (synonym Nothapodytes nimmoniana), a rare and highly valued medicinal tree native to the Western Ghats of India. Known locally as Amruta or Narkya, this evergreen plant is celebrated in traditional botanical lore and modern pharmacological research as a natural source of camptothecin, an alkaloid widely studied for its potent therapeutic properties.
With smooth, glossy green leaves clustered at the branch tips and a sturdy growth habit, this live sapling makes a unique addition to medicinal herb gardens, botanical collections, and eco-restoration projects.
Key Features
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Botanical Name: Mappia nimmoniana / Nothapodytes nimmoniana
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Common Names: Amruta, Narkya, Ghanera, Stinking Tree
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Plant Type: Medicinal small tree / large shrub
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Foliage: Broad, elliptic, lush-green leathery leaves
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Growth Rate: Moderate; thrives well in warm, humid tropical and sub-tropical climates.
Care Instructions
| Requirement | Recommendation |
| Sunlight | Partial shade to bright filtered sunlight. Avoid prolonged harsh direct sunlight when young. |
| Watering | Water regularly to keep the soil moist but not waterlogged. Allow the topsoil to dry slightly between waterings. |
| Soil | Rich, well-draining organic soil mix (coir pith, red soil, and vermicompost). |
| Temperature | Thrives best between 20°C and 35°C; protect from extreme frost. |
| Fertilizer | Feed with organic manure or compost once a month during the active growing season. |
Common name: Stinking Tree, Fetid Holly • Bengali: অমৃতা Amrita • Kannada: ದುರ್ನಾತದ ವರ Durnaathada Mara, ದುರ್ವಾಸನೆ ಮರ Durvaasane Mara, ಪೀನಾರಿ Peenaari • Konkani: घाणेरा Ghanera • Malayalam: പീനാറി Peenaari • Marathi: अमृता Amruta, घाणेरा Ghanera, काळागुरा Kalagura, नरक्या Narkya • Nepali: अमृता Amritaa • Odia: ଅମୃତା Amruta • Tamil: அரளி Arali, சொறிலை Corilai, கல் குருஞ்சி Kal Kurunchi, பில்லி பிச்சு Pilli Picchu
Synonyms: Mappia foetida, Nothapodytes nimmoniana, Premna nimmoniana
After Receiving Your Plant:
- Carefully remove all packaging and wrapping from the plant.
- Water the plant sufficiently after unpacking.
- Keep the plant in a semi-shaded location for the first day to help it adjust after transportation.
- After the first day, gradually move the plant to a suitable sunlight location.
- Keep the plant in its original pot for approximately 3–4 weeks to allow it to establish.
- Once you notice new leaf growth or fresh shoots, you can consider moving the plant to a larger pot or directly into the ground, depending on the plant’s requirements.
Regular Care:
- Provide the amount of sunlight recommended for the particular plant.
- Water regularly according to the plant’s requirements and local climate.
- Make sure excess water can drain properly to avoid waterlogging.
- Avoid disturbing or repotting the plant immediately after delivery.
Plant care requirements can vary between species. Always follow the specific care instructions provided on the individual product page.
International-Style Packing for Live Plants
MedicinalLive follows an international-style packing method designed to help live plants remain healthy and protected during transportation.
- Plants are carefully prepared and packed with adequate moisture before dispatch.
- Our packing method uses 80% Bio Cocopeat and 20% red soil to help retain moisture during transit.
- Plants are securely packed to reduce movement and handling damage.
- Our packing process is designed to help plants withstand transportation conditions for several days.
- We use suitable courier services for delivery across India.
- We promise 2nd-day delivery after dispatch across India through premium courier services, subject to courier coverage and operational conditions.
If Your Plant Arrives Damaged
If your plant does not reach you safely, please contact MedicinalLive promptly with your order details and clear photographs of the plant and packaging. Depending on the situation, an appropriate resolution may include a refund or replacement plant, subject to our Refund, Returns & Cancellation Policy.
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