Dambel Plant (Tylophora indica (Burm.f.) Merr.)

Dambel (Tylophora indica) is a perennial medicinal climbing plant widely recognized in Ayurveda. Traditionally cultivated for its leaves and...

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Sunlight Exposure

Partial Shade to Full Sun

Water Requirement

Moderate (keep soil evenly moist, avoid waterlogging)

Soil & Substrate

Well-drained loamy soil, rich in organic matter, pH 6.0–7.5

Propagation Method Seeds, Stem Cuttings

Native Geographic Region Native to the Indian subcontinent and Sri Lanka. Commonly found in tropical and subtropical forests, especially in moist deciduous regions. Thrives in warm, humid climates with moderate rainfall and grows well in well-drained soils under partial shade to full sun.

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