Product Overview:

• Scientific Name: Lawsonia inermis
• Common Names: Mehndi Plant, Henna Plant
• Plant Type: Perennial shrub
• Sunlight Requirement: Full sun
• Watering Needs: Moderate (Water when the topsoil feels dry)

Key Features:

• Natural Dye Source: The Mehndi plant is renowned for its leaves, which are used to produce a natural red-orange dye commonly used for skin decoration (Mehndi), hair coloring, and fabric dyeing.
• Fragrant Blooms: The plant produces small, fragrant white or pink flowers that add a delicate charm to gardens.
• Medicinal Properties: Mehndi has antifungal and antibacterial properties and has been traditionally used in Ayurvedic medicine for its cooling effect and as a remedy for various skin conditions.
• Low Maintenance: Hardy and drought-tolerant, the Mehndi plant is perfect for low-maintenance gardens and grows well in dry, warm climates.

Plantation & Care Guide:

• Soil Type: Grows best in well-drained, sandy, or loamy soil with good aeration.
• Watering: Water moderately, ensuring the soil dries out between watering sessions. Overwatering can cause root rot.
• Sunlight: Full sunlight is essential for healthy growth and a rich dye yield from the leaves.
• Pruning: Prune the plant regularly to encourage bushier growth and to maintain the desired shape.

Uses & Benefits of Mehndi/Henna Plant:

• Natural Beauty Use: The leaves of the Mehndi plant are ground into a paste and applied to the skin as a temporary tattoo for special occasions, especially during Indian weddings and festivals.
• Hair Care: Mehndi acts as a natural conditioner for hair, promoting scalp health and providing a vibrant, reddish-brown color when used as a dye.
• Medicinal Uses: Traditionally used to treat skin irritations, burns, and fevers due to its cooling and antimicrobial properties.

Why Choose Paudhewale’s Mehndi Live Plant? Paudhewale offers healthy, thriving Mehndi plants perfect for those looking to incorporate natural beauty rituals or traditional medicinal remedies into their lifestyle. Grow your own Mehndi plant and enjoy the benefits of this ancient plant right at home! Shop with us today to bring home your very own Mehndi shrub.