Plant encyclopedia
Browse plants A–Z for balcony, bagicha, and terrace care — including trees. Filter by category, search to jump, then page through short care notes (draft seed).
25 plants
Balsam
Impatiens balsamina
Monsoon shade-sun mix; keep moist; easy from seed in bags.
Cape jasmine
Gardenia jasminoides
Fragrant evergreen shrub with white flowers. It prefers acidic, well-drained soil, bright filtered light, and consistent moisture. Protect it from harsh afternoon sun and monitor leaves for yellowing caused by unsuitable soil pH or nutrient deficiencies.
Carnation
Dianthus caryophyllus
Fragrant flowering plant valued for cut flowers. It prefers cool conditions, bright sunlight, and well-drained soil. Avoid wet foliage and overcrowding to reduce fungal diseases, and provide support for tall varieties.
Champak
Magnolia champaca
Fragrant tree; warm sun; deep soil; protect young plants from harsh dry wind.
Chrysanthemum (shevanti)
Chrysanthemum indicum
Bright cool-season pots; pinch early; stake tall blooms.
Cockscomb
Celosia argentea
Hot sun annual; moderate water; bold colour for festival pots.
Dahlia
Dahlia pinnata
Showy flowering plant grown from tubers in cooler weather. Provide full sunlight, fertile soil, and regular moisture with good drainage. Stake taller varieties and remove spent blooms to encourage additional flowers.
Egyptian starcluster
Pentas lanceolata
Heat-tolerant flowering plant with clusters of star-shaped blooms that attract butterflies. Grow in sunny locations with well-drained soil and moderate watering. Pinch growing tips to encourage bushier growth and more flower clusters.
Firecracker flower
Crossandra infundibuliformis
Tropical flowering shrub that produces orange, yellow, or salmon-colored flowers. Grow in warm conditions with filtered sunlight or partial shade and well-drained soil. Maintain moderate moisture and remove faded flowers to encourage continued blooming.
Frangipani
Plumeria rubra
Fragrant ornamental tree suited to sunny, warm gardens. Use well-drained soil and water during active growth, allowing the soil to dry between waterings. Its milky sap can irritate skin and is harmful if ingested.