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Insulin Plant

इंसुलिन पौधा · Costus igneus
₹399 MRP ₹49920% OFF
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Plant height8–12 inches (above bag)
Comes inNursery grow bag
LightMorning sun or bright light
WaterKeep soil lightly moist

Every plant is unique, so size, leaves and shade may vary slightly. It comes in the same type of pot or nursery bag shown in the photo.

Delivery ₹49 up to ₹299 · ₹39 from ₹299 to ₹499 · Free above ₹499 (till 8 Nov) · Plants are paid online, so they reach you fresh without delay

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Dispatched within 2–3 working days after the order is confirmed. Total delivery time is about 5–8 days, and may occasionally be longer due to unavoidable reasons.
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Better together

Add the right potting mix and a slim khurpi that’s handy for pots

Insulin PlantInsulin Plant₹399
Indoor Plants Potting MixIndoor Plants Potting Mix₹99Flat KhurpiFlat Khurpi₹175
Total for all 3 ₹673

Plant care at a glance

LightMorning sun or bright light with some shade. Harsh afternoon summer sun can scorch the leaves.
WaterKeep the soil lightly moist. Water when the top soil starts to dry, and don’t let water stand in the pot.
SoilFertile, well-draining soil with some compost. The pot must have drainage holes.
FloweringOnce the plant settles, orange flowers usually come in the warm and rainy months.

About this plant

A well-known medicinal plant with glossy leaves growing in a spiral around the stem and bright orange flowers. Its leaves are used in Ayurveda and home traditions. Grows easily in a garden, balcony or terrace with bright light.

Traditional medicinal plant Leaves used in home traditions Glossy spiral leaves and orange flowers Easy to grow outdoors

What you receive

You receive1 live Insulin Plant
Plant height8–12 inches (above the bag)
Supplied inNursery grow bag
Scientific nameCostus igneus
Growth habitUpright stems with spiral leaves
Care levelEasy

From our nursery to your home

1Picked at the nurserySelected and checked before packing.
2Packed securelyEvery leaf protected in transit.
3Unpack and settle inUnpack gently, keep in bright indirect light, water when the top soil is dry.

Questions customers ask

Can the leaves be eaten?

Its leaves are traditionally used in home remedies. This plant is not a substitute for medicine. Please consult your doctor before using it, especially if you have a health condition or take regular medicines.

Why is it called the Insulin Plant?

That is its popular name, from its traditional use. It is not a medicine and should not replace any treatment your doctor has given.

Will my plant arrive with flowers?

Flowering depends on the plant’s age, season and care, so the plant will arrive without flowers.

What will the plant come in?

In the same type of nursery grow bag shown in the photo. As it grows, shift it to a bigger pot with drainage holes or into the ground.

Is Cash on Delivery available?

We want your plant to reach you fresh and green, so plants are paid online. If a plant arrives damaged, tell us within 48 hours and we’ll send a new one. Cash on Delivery is available for other items.

What if my plant arrives damaged?

Don’t worry. Within 48 hours of delivery, fill in the “Damaged plant” form with photos of the plant and the box. A short video taken while opening the parcel also helps; we may ask for it if needed. Once we’ve checked, we’ll send you a new plant.

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