Ajwain Plant

Description

• The Ajwain Plant, also known as Trachyspermum ammi or Carom, is a herbaceous plant. It's prized for its culinary and medicinal uses, particularly in Indian cuisine.

Features & Benefits

• Used in culinary dishes for its aromatic seeds and leaves, particularly in Indian cuisine.
• Has medicinal properties and is used in traditional medicine to aid digestion, relieve stomach ailments, and reduce flatulence.
• Adds flavor and aroma to dishes and can be grown in herb gardens, containers, or as a companion plant in vegetable gardens.
• Features small, feathery leaves with a pungent aroma and taste similar to thyme.
• Grows as a small herbaceous plant, typically reaching about 1 to 2 feet in height.

Care Guide

• Light: Prefers full sun to partial shade.
• Watering: Water once a week, keeping soil evenly moist but not waterlogged. Allow the top inch of soil to dry before watering again.
• Soil: Well-draining, fertile soil with neutral pH.
• Humidity: Tolerates moderate humidity.
• Fertilization: Feed with balanced fertilizer every 4-6 weeks during the growing season.
• Pruning: Pinch back growing tips to encourage bushier growth.