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Insulin Plant

Original price was: ₹90.00.Current price is: ₹60.00.

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Costus igneus The ” Insulin Plant ” is known for its antidiabetic properties. In fact, tubers of this plant have been used as an effective treatment for diabetes in the traditional medicine systems for a long time.
Insulin plant leaves are a rich source of corosolic acid, which helps in increasing the insulin secretion and metabolism of glucose in the body. Regular consumption of fresh leaves is said to help in controlling diabetes & also helps in digestion and metabolism.
This beautiful, easy-care herb is well suited for growing in tropical regions, as well as in pots, grow bags or open gardens. It grows best in partial shade in moist, well-drained soils and is drought-tolerant once established. Add Insulin Plant to your garden and enjoy its natural healing powers for healthy blood sugar management and overall well-being.

Botanical Information

  • Common Names: Insulin Plant, Spiral Ginger
  • Scientific Name: Costus igneus
  • Family: Costaceae
  • Height: 2–3 feet
  • Origin: South and Central America; widely grown in India for medicinal use

  • Tamilஇன்சுலின் செடி (Insulin Chedi)
  • Hindiइंसुलिन पौधा (Insulin Paudha)
  • Kannadaಇನ್ಸುಲಿನ್ ಗಿಡ (Insulin Gida)
  • Teluguఇన్సులిన్ చెట్టు (Insulin Chettu)
  • Malayalamഇൻസുലിൻ ചെടി (Insulin Chedi)

Insulin Plant Care

Temperature: Enjoys 20°C–35°C; Avoid frost.
Soil: Red soil, or loam with good drainage.
Watering: Moderate; When the top of soil is dry, it’s time to water.
Sunlight Need: Partial to full sun – from 4 to 8 hours sun a day.
Pruning: Continually snip off the dry and old foliage.
Care: The insulin plant is low maintenance
Fertilizer: Apply cow dung or organic compost once in a month.Fruit Control: Typically immune, when needed treat with neem oil.

1. What is the purpose of the insulin plant?
primarily in blood sugar control among diabetics.

2. Can eating its leaves on a daily basis aid diabetics?
Actually, it is believed that one can control blood sugar level by daily chewing of a fresh leaf.

3. Would it be possible for me to consume the insulin plant?
Also cleaned, its leaves are good to chew, boil for tea.

4. Where To Buy Insulin Plant Online?
BharathGreens offers live insulin plants online; We deliver good plants with reliable shipping.

5. Can I grow an insulin plant in a pot?
Indeed. It’s at home in rather large pots with good drainage.

6. How Often Should I Water An Insulin Plant?
Water when the soil is dry but do not overwater.

7. Does it have to be in full sun?
Ideal for balconies or in the garden, it tolerates half to full sunlight.

8. How tall does the insulin plant grow?
Often it can be two to three feet tall. It’s very common for it to be this tall.

9. Is Ayurveda derived from this?
Yes, Ayurveda considers this herb to be beneficial in treating diabetes. So, ayurvedic treatment for diabetes uses this herb.

10. How fast is the plant growing?
It spreads by rhizomes rapidly under right conditions.

11. Can I use dried leaves?

Yes, dried leaves can be made into herbal tea or you can grind it.

12. Should I pick the leaves?
For best results, the mature and healthy leaves should be harvested.

13. How does the insulin plant look?
It has small, orange flowers and large, green leaves that are arranged in a spiral.

Weight 0.5 kg

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Original price was: ₹90.00.Current price is: ₹60.00.
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