Thuja plant

HIGHLIGHTS

• Popularly used as  – Morpankhi, Oriental thuja, Oriental arborvitae
• Flower – white
• Edible – Thuja plicata has no toxic effects reported.
• Growth – Fast growth rate
• Uses – The plant is used for an ornamental purpose

PLANTING & CARE

• Temperature – Prefers temperature 20 to 35 degree C
• Water – Newly planted–Water a plant when the soil feels dry to touch. Water thoroughly in the summer and reduce watering for the winter & rainy season.Try to water the plants in the morning around 8-10am.
• Light – Keep your Morpankhi plant outside where it will get 4-6 hrs of direct sunlight is available.
• Fertilizer – When a plant grows beyond its limit and pot size not providing enough space for the spread of roots, re-pot with fresh soil and some fertilizer.
• Pruning – While re-potting, try not to disturb the roots. Avoid any drastic change in the provided environment otherwise, the plants may get stress/shock.

SPECIFICATION

• Plant – Thuja plant
• Flower colour – white
• Height – 40 to 50 cm / 1.5 feet
• Pot size – 4 – 6 inches upper diameter
• Weight – 2-3 Kgs