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).
229 plants
Bougainvillea
Bougainvillea glabra
Blazing sun; poor soil OK; hard prune after flush; thrives in Gujarat heat.
Brinjal (eggplant)
Solanum melongena
Warm season; rich soil; watch shoot/fruit borers — remove damaged fruit.
Bryophyllum (patharchatta)
Kalanchoe pinnata
Leaf-propagating kalanchoe; bright light; water when dry; remove plantlets if spreading.
Burro's tail
Sedum morganianum
Bright light trailer; handle gently; dry between thorough waters.
Butterfly pea (aparajita)
Clitoria ternatea
Blue-flower climber; full sun; tea from dried petals; easy from seed.
Butterfly vine
Mascagnia macroptera
A twining ornamental vine with yellow flowers and distinctive winged seed pods that resemble butterflies.
Cabbage (patta gobhi)
Brassica oleracea var. capitata
Winter crop; transplant seedlings in Oct–Nov; rich soil and steady water; watch for caterpillars under leaves.
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.
Carrot (gajar)
Daucus carota subsp. sativus
Winter crop; sow direct in deep, stone-free soil or grow bags; keep evenly moist so roots don't split.