Description
Discover the wonders of the Arrowroot Plant, a marvel in both culinary and medicinal gardens. Bangalore Agrico introduces robust, mature specimens of Maranta arundinacea, already at fruiting stage, perfect for enthusiasts and commercial growers alike. Cultivated extensively around Bangalore and adaptable to various Indian climates, these plants offer a bountiful yield with minimal care. Arrowroot is celebrated for its starch-rich rhizomes, used in cooking and as a gluten-free baking ingredient, essential for a healthy diet. Its hardiness and disease resistance make it a top choice for those looking to buy plants online in India, particularly for wholesale needs. Additionally, its lush, attractive foliage adds a decorative touch to any gardening space.
🌱 Plant Information:
Botanical Name: Maranta arundinacea
Common Names: Arrowroot, Maranta, Arrowroot Maranta, West Indian Arrowroot
Plant Type: Herbaceous Perennial
Uses: Culinary (thickener for soups, sauces), medicinal (digestive aid), ornamental
✅ Specialties:
- Thrives in partial shade or filtered sunlight
- Produces valuable starch-rich rhizomes
- Highly disease resistant and robust growth
- Minimal care required beyond basic watering and weeding
- Suitable for potting and full soil gardens
- Attractive as a garden or indoor plant
- Fast-growing, reaching maturity quickly
🌿 Commercial Farming Guide:
🧩 Planning & Setup:
- Choose a shaded to semi-shade setting with rich, well-drained soil
- Incorporate organic matter into planting beds before sowing
- Allocate space adequately for rhizome expansion
- Consider raised beds to prevent water-logging
- Start with high-quality, disease-free planting material
- Plan planting in cooler seasons to allow establishment
- Protect young plants from direct sun until established
📈 Maintenance & Yield Optimization:
- Mulch around plants to maintain soil moisture
- Water regularly during dry spells
- Apply a balanced organic fertilizer bi-monthly
- Regularly inspect for pests and apply organic remedies if needed
- Thin out congested beds to promote air circulation
- Harvest rhizomes carefully to avoid damage
- Rotate crops annually to prevent soil depletion
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