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Indian Hawthorn (Rhaphiolepis Indica) - Hindi Nagphani
ہندی ناگ پھنی
Rhaphiolepis Indica
Rs 1,500
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Indian Hawthorn (Hindi Nagphani / ہندی ناگ پھنی) is a versatile evergreen shrub that produces abundant white blooms during spring. It reaches a moderate height of 5 ft, thrives in full sun, needs moderate watering. Well-suited to Pakistan’s climate, it grows successfully in Karachi, Hyderabad, Sukkur, Rahim Yar Khan, Bahawalpur, Multan, Faisalabad, Lahore, Sialkot, Gujranwala, Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Peshawar, Mardan, Abbottabad.
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Category: Flowering Shrubs
Plant Details
- Flower Color
- White
- Foliage Type
- Evergreen
- Bloom Season
- Spring
- Sun Exposure
- Full Sun
- Water Requirements
- Moderate
- Care Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Location
- Outdoor
- Pet Child Safe
- Yes
- Growth Rate
- Moderate
- Purpose
- Decorative
- Heat Tolerance
- Yes
- Drought Tolerance
- No
- City Suitability
- Abbottabad, Bahawalpur, Faisalabad, Gujranwala, Hyderabad, Islamabad, Karachi, Lahore, Mardan, Multan, Peshawar, Rahim Yar Khan, Rawalpindi, Sialkot, Sukkur
Description
Indian Hawthorn (Rhaphiolepis Indica), known in Pakistan as Hindi Nagphani (ہندی ناگ پھنی) is a distinguished evergreen shrub that has earned its place in gardens across Pakistan. Prized for its white flowers that appear in spring, this shrub is a valuable addition to any garden. This moderate-growing evergreen plant reaches up to 5 ft at maturity, making it a compact option for smaller gardens and containers.
Plant Characteristics
- Botanical Name: Rhaphiolepis Indica
- Plant Type: Shrub
- Mature Height: 5 ft
- Flower Colour: White
- Bloom Season: Spring
- Foliage: Evergreen (Green)
- Growth Rate: Moderate
- Propagation: Semi-Hardwood Cuttings
Care and Growing Guide
- Sunlight: Full Sun
- Watering: Moderate: water when the top inch of soil feels dry
- Care Level: Intermediate, manageable with basic gardening knowledge
- Pet & Child Safe: Yes, safe around pets and children
- Placement: Outdoor
How to Propagate Indian Hawthorn
Propagated from semi-hardwood cuttings taken in summer with a heel of older wood.
Growing in Pakistan
Fully heat tolerant, this plant withstands Pakistan’s intense summer temperatures without difficulty. This hardy plant adapts well to nearly all regions of Pakistan, including the cooler areas of Abbottabad, Quetta, and the northern highlands. It handles both cold winters and warm summers.
- Recommended Cities: Karachi, Hyderabad, Sukkur, Rahim Yar Khan, Bahawalpur, Multan, Faisalabad, Lahore, Sialkot, Gujranwala, Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Peshawar, Mardan, Abbottabad
- Heat Tolerance: Yes
- Drought Tolerance: No, requires consistent moisture
Why Choose Indian Hawthorn?
Indian Hawthorn is a versatile and rewarding addition to any garden, valued for its ornamental beauty and adaptability to local conditions.
Buy Hindi Nagphani online at Plants.com.pk and have it delivered to your doorstep anywhere in Pakistan.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much water does Indian Hawthorn need during Pakistani summers?
Indian Hawthorn needs moderate watering. Water when the top inch of soil feels dry, roughly every 4-5 days in summer and weekly in winter.
Does Indian Hawthorn need regular trimming or pruning?
Light pruning of Indian Hawthorn after the blooming season helps maintain shape and encourages fresh growth. Since it blooms in spring, avoid heavy pruning just before that period.
What months can I expect Indian Hawthorn to flower?
Indian Hawthorn blooms in spring, producing white flowers. In Pakistan, this typically means February through April, when temperatures begin to warm up.
What kind of light exposure is best for Indian Hawthorn?
Indian Hawthorn grows best in full sun. It handles direct Pakistani summer sun without problems, even in cities like Karachi, Multan, and Lahore where temperatures exceed 45 degrees.
Will Indian Hawthorn handle 45-degree temperatures in Pakistani summers?
Yes, Indian Hawthorn is fully heat tolerant and handles the extreme summer temperatures common in Karachi, Multan, and Lahore without special care. It continues to thrive even when temperatures exceed 45 degrees.
