Description
Eclipta prostrata commonly known as false daisy, yerba de tago, and bhringraj, is a species of plant in the sunflower family. It is widespread across much of the world.
Other common names include kehraj in Assamese and karisalaankanni in Tamil and kayyunni in Malayalam and in Marathi.In {Kannada} Garugada soppu, keshavardhini, Bhringaraja
This plant has cylindrical, grayish roots. The achenes are compressed and narrowly winged.
in Kerala, India
This species grows commonly in moist places as a weed in warm temperate to tropical areas worldwide. It is widely distributed throughout India, Nepal, China, Thailand, and Brazil.
Bhringraj is an important Ayurveda herb, widely used in hair fall treatment, liver disorders, skin diseases etc. Its botanical name is, Eclipta alba. Its whole plant is used for various medicinal purposes.
Plant Specifications
| Common Name | Verbesina prostrate L |
| Maximum Reachable Height | 12-18 in. |
| Flower Colour | Yellow,White,blue and red |
| Bloom Time | Blooms all year |
| Difficulty Level | easy to grow |
Planting and care
Place plants in full sun in average, well-drained soil. Drainage is important; don t place where roots will sit in water. Leaves develop best flavor in full sun.
Bhringraj Plant care
The deep planting encourages the developing stem to send out roots to help stabilize the plant and perhaps eliminate the need for staking. Also, deep planting keeps lily bulbs cool when temperatures soar.
| Sunlight | Full Sun |
| Watering | Medium |
| Soil | well-drained soil |
| Temperature | 10-35C |
| Fertilizer | Apply any organic fertilizer |
Bhringraj Plant special feature
use for whole plant
Bhringraj Plant uses
Ornamental Use:
- The plant is used for ornamental purpose