Kantakari Chunda / Solanum Surattense / Indian Nightshade

About the Plant:
Kantakari (Solanum Surattense) is a traditional Ayurvedic medicinal herb known for its role in treating respiratory conditions, digestive imbalance, fever, and overall wellness. It is one of the important herbs in the Ayurvedic group “Dashamoola.” The plant grows easily in Indian climates and is ideal for home medicine gardens.
Key Benefits and Uses:
Traditionally used for cough, asthma, bronchitis, cold, and breathing issues
Supports digestion and helps relieve gas and stomach discomfort
Used in fever management and inflammatory conditions
Helps in liver cleansing and detoxification
Leaves and small fruits are used to prepare herbal teas, kashayam, and churnam
(Always consult a certified Ayurvedic practitioner before internal use)
How to Grow from Seeds:
Best Time to Sow: Early monsoon or beginning of summer
Sowing Method:
Mix seeds with sand or ash for easy sowing
Sow seeds 0.5–1 cm deep in loose, moist soil
Germination period: 10–20 days
Location: Plant in full sunlight for best growth
Soil: Use well-drained soil mixed with compost/cow dung
Watering: Keep soil slightly moist, avoid overwatering
Transplanting: Once seedlings reach 3–4 true leaves, shift to ground or grow bags (16–20 L recommended)
Plant Care:
Drought-tolerant after establishment
Light pruning can maintain shrub shape
Requires minimal fertilizer once rooted
Naturally pest-resistant
Harvesting and Usage:
Leaves and fruits can be harvested once the plant matures
Can be sun-dried and stored to make herbal powders or decoction mixes
Why Buy These Seeds:
Pure medicinal herb variety
Suitable for Ayurvedic home garden and natural farming
High germination rate
Simple to grow and maintain
Cash on Delivery (COD) available across India