Kagada Malle Plant Sapling (1 Plant)

Fill your garden with heavenly fragrance using our exquisite Kagada Malle Plant Sapling

Kagada Malle, also known as Mogra or Arabian Jasmine, is one of the most beloved and fragrant flowering plants in India. Famous for its intensely sweet-scented white flowers, this plant is cherished for making traditional garlands, perfumes, and religious offerings. The intoxicating fragrance is strongest in the evening, making it perfect for gardens, patios, and near windows.

Plant Size : 3 to 5 Inches

Known As:

• English: Arabian Jasmine, Mogra, Sambac Jasmine, Pikake
• Hindi: मोगरा (Mogra), मल्लिका (Mallika)
• Kannada: ಕಗದ ಮಲ್ಲಿಗೆ (Kagada Mallige), ಮುಲ್ಲೆ (Mulle)
• Tamil: முல்லை (Mullai), மல்லிகை (Mallikai)
• Telugu: మల్లె (Malle), మొగ్గ (Mogga)
• Malayalam: മുല്ല (Mulla)
• Marathi: मोगरा (Mogra)
• Bengali: মোগরা (Mogra), মল্লিকা (Mallika)
• Sanskrit: मल्लिका (Mallika)
• Spanish: Jazmín Árabe
• French: Jasmin d'Arabie
• Chinese: 茉莉花 (Mòlì Huā)
• Japanese: マツリカ (Matsurika)
• Arabic: الياسمين العربي (Al-Yasmin al-Arabi)

Spiritual & Cultural Significance:

• Sacred flower used in Hindu temple offerings
• Traditional flower for bridal garlands and hair decoration
• Used in religious ceremonies and pujas
• Symbol of purity, love, and divine beauty
• Associated with Goddess Lakshmi and Lord Krishna
• Auspicious flower for weddings and festivals

Key Benefits:

• Heavenly fragrance - intensely sweet scent, strongest in evening and night
• Beautiful white flowers - pure, delicate blooms
• Continuous blooming - flowers year-round in warm climates
• Easy to grow - low maintenance once established
• Perfect for garlands - traditional use in Indian culture
• Attracts butterflies and beneficial insects
• Can be grown in containers or ground

Flower Characteristics:

• Pure white, waxy flowers
• Double or semi-double petals (depending on variety)
• Intensely fragrant, especially at night
• Small flowers (1-2 cm diameter)
• Blooms appear in clusters
• Flowers continuously in warm weather
• Each flower lasts 1-2 days

Care Instructions:

• Light: Full sun to partial shade (4-6 hours sunlight daily)
• Water: Regular watering, keep soil moist but not waterlogged
• Temperature: Thrives in 20-35°C (68-95°F)
• Humidity: Prefers high humidity (60-80%)
• Soil: Well-draining, fertile soil rich in organic matter
• Fertilizer: Feed monthly during growing season with balanced fertilizer
• Pruning: Prune regularly to encourage bushy growth and more flowers

Growth Characteristics:

• Evergreen shrub or vine
• Can grow 1-3 meters tall (3-10 feet)
• Compact, bushy growth habit
• Dark green, glossy leaves
• Can be trained as climber or kept as shrub
• Moderate to fast growth rate
• Perfect for hedges and borders

Perfect For:

• Fragrance gardens and moonlight gardens
• Near windows and sitting areas
• Containers and pots on patios
• Hedges and borders
• Temple gardens and spiritual spaces
• Bridal gardens
• Butterfly gardens

Traditional Uses:

• Making traditional garlands (gajras and veni)
• Hair decoration for women
• Temple offerings and religious ceremonies
• Perfume and essential oil production
• Jasmine tea flavoring
• Traditional medicine and aromatherapy
• Wedding decorations

Varieties:

• Motia/Mogra - double-petaled, most fragrant
• Gundumalli - single-petaled variety
• Tuscan - semi-double flowers
• Maid of Orleans - single white flowers
• Grand Duke of Tuscany - fully double, rose-like flowers

Propagation:

• Easy to propagate from stem cuttings
• Take 6-8 inch semi-hardwood cuttings
• Remove lower leaves and plant in moist soil
• Roots develop in 3-4 weeks
• Can also be layered
• Grows well from nursery plants

Seasonal Care:

Spring/Summer (Peak Flowering):

• Water regularly, keep soil consistently moist
• Fertilize every 2-3 weeks
• Maximum flowering during this period
• Prune after flowering to maintain shape

Monsoon:

• Reduce watering if rainfall is heavy
• Ensure good drainage to prevent root rot
• Continue flowering with proper care

Winter:

• Reduce watering frequency
• Protect from frost and cold winds
• Flowering may reduce in cold weather
• Light pruning to shape plant

Container Growing:

• Use large containers (minimum 10-15 liters)
• Ensure excellent drainage holes
• Use rich, well-draining potting mix
• Perfect for balconies and patios
• Bring indoors during extreme cold
• Repot every 2-3 years

Pest & Disease Management:

• Generally pest-resistant
• Watch for aphids, mealybugs, and whiteflies
• Treat with neem oil spray if needed
• Ensure good air circulation
• Avoid overwatering to prevent fungal issues

Harvesting Flowers:

• Pick flowers in early morning or evening
• Harvest when buds are just opening
• Use for fresh garlands immediately
• Flowers can be dried for potpourri
• Regular harvesting encourages more blooms

Fragrance Benefits:

• Natural air freshener for homes
• Aromatherapy - reduces stress and anxiety
• Promotes relaxation and better sleep
• Romantic and uplifting scent
• Strongest fragrance in evening hours

Special Features:

• Night-blooming fragrance - perfect for evening gardens
• Continuous bloomer in warm climates
• Low maintenance once established
• Suitable for organic gardening
• Attracts beneficial pollinators
• Can be grown indoors with bright light

Companion Planting:

• Grows well with other fragrant plants
• Pair with roses, gardenias, and other jasmines
• Plant near sitting areas for maximum enjoyment
• Combine with night-blooming flowers

Transform your garden into a fragrant paradise with this sacred Kagada Malle plant. Perfect for creating traditional garlands, filling your evenings with heavenly scent, and adding spiritual beauty to your home. A must-have for every Indian garden and flower lover!