Life Span
Perennial
Perennial
Origin
Mexico
Africa, Asia, Australia, Europe, North America, South America, Southern India
Types
Philadelphus coronarius, Philadelphus lewisii
Herpestis monniera
Habitat
Wide range of ecological site
Wet lands
USDA Hardiness Zone
8-11
-9999
Sunset Zone
6, 7, 8, 9, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24
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Flower Color
White
Yellow
Flower Color Modifier
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Bicolor
Fruit Color
Red, Orange
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Leaf Color in Spring
Green, Light Green
Dark Green
Leaf Color in Summer
Green
Dark Green
Leaf Color in Fall
Dark Green
Dark Green
Leaf Color in Winter
Dark Green
Dark Green
Plant Season
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Sunlight
Full Sun, Partial Sun
Full Sun, Partial Sun, Partial shade
Type of Soil
Loam, Sand
Loam, Sand
The pH of Soil
Acidic, Neutral
Acidic, Neutral, Alkaline
Soil Drainage
Well drained
Well drained
Bloom Time
Early Spring, Spring, Late Spring, Late Summer, Early Fall, Late Winter
Indeterminate
Tolerances
Drought
Drought
Where to Plant?
Container, Ground, Pot
Container, Ground, Pot
How to Plant?
Seedlings, Transplanting
Leaf Cutting, Root Division, Seedlings
Plant Maintenance
Medium
Medium
Watering Requirements
Prefer drip-irrigation instead of Over-head watering
Requires regular watering
In Summer
Lots of watering
Lots of watering
In Spring
Moderate
Moderate
In Winter
Average Water
Average Water
Soil pH
Acidic, Neutral
Acidic, Neutral, Alkaline
Soil Type
Loam, Sand
Loam, Sand
Soil Drainage Capacity
Well drained
Well drained
Sun Exposure
Full Sun, Partial Sun
Full Sun, Partial Sun, Partial shade
Pruning
Prune if you want to improve plant shape
Remove damaged leaves, Requires very little pruning
Fertilizers
14-14-14 Fertilizer, Fertilize in late fall, fertilize in spring, Requires high amount of nitrogen
fertilize in growing season, organic fertlizers
Pests and Diseases
Bacteria wilt, Red blotch
Grasshoppers
Plant Tolerance
Drought, Heat Tolerance
Drought
Flower Petal Number
Single
Single
Fragrant Bark/Stem
Yes
No
Foliage Texture
Medium
Fine
Foliage Sheen
Glossy
Matte
Attracts
Hummingbirds
Hummingbirds
Allergy
allergic conjunctivitis, Chest tightness, Diarrhea, Dizziness, Nausea, Vomiting
Dry Mouth, gastro-intestinal problems, Nausea, Pain and fatigue, Stomach pain
Aesthetic Uses
Showy Purposes
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Beauty Benefits
Brightens the skin complexion, Glowing Skin, Treatment of Dark Spots
Good for skin, Speed hair growth, Stops hair loss
Environmental Uses
Air purification
Air purification
Medicinal Uses
Alzheimer’s Disease, Anxiety, Cancer, Diarrhea, Digestion problems, Liver problems, Menstrual Cramps, Respiratory Disorders, Weight loss
Bronchitis, constipation, Cough, Digestive disorders, Fever, Fights Depression, Improving mental health, Skin Disorders
Part of Plant Used
Whole plant
Whole plant
Other Uses
Used as Ornamental plant, Used for its medicinal properties
Culinary use, For making oil for cosmetics
Used As Indoor Plant
Yes
No
Used As Outdoor Plant
Yes
Yes
Garden Design
Container, Feature Plant, Foundation, Mixed Border, Rock Garden, Tropical, Wall
Feature Plant, Hedges, Screening / Wind Break, Shade Trees, Street Trees, Tropical
Botanical Name
CHOISYA ternata
Bacopa monnieri
Common Name
Mexican Orange, Mock Orange
brahmi, thyme-leafed gratiola, water hyssop, herb of grace, Indian pennywort
In Hindi
Philadelphus
ब्राह्मी
In German
Pfeifensträucher
Kleine Fettblatt
In French
Philadelphus
Bacopa monnieri
In Spanish
Philadelphus
bacopa, hisopo de agua, brahmi and lágrima de bebé
In Greek
Philadelphus
Brahmi
In Portuguese
Philadelphus
Brahmi
In Polish
Jaśminowiec
brahmi
In Latin
Philadelphus
Brahmi
Phylum
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Order
Cornales
Scrophulariales
Family
Rutaceae
Scrophulariaceae
Genus
Philadlephus
Bacopa
Clade
Angiosperms, Asterids, Eudicots
Angiosperms, Asterids, Eudicots
Subfamily
Hydrangeoideae
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Properties of Mock Orange and Brahmi
Wondering what are the properties of Mock Orange and Brahmi? We provide you with everything About Mock Orange and Brahmi. Mock Orange doesn't have thorns and Brahmi doesn't have thorns. Also Mock Orange does not have fragrant flowers. Mock Orange has allergic reactions like allergic conjunctivitis, Chest tightness, Diarrhea, Dizziness, Nausea and Vomiting and Brahmi has allergic reactions like allergic conjunctivitis, Chest tightness, Diarrhea, Dizziness, Nausea and Vomiting. Compare all the properties and characteristics of these two plants. Find out which of these plant can be used as indoor plant. If you are interested to decorate your house and garden, find out aesthetic uses, compare them and select the plant which will beautify your surrounding. Along with beautification, try comparing medicinal and edible uses of Mock Orange and Brahmi and you can choose the plant having best and most benefits.
Season and Care of Mock Orange and Brahmi
Season and care of Mock Orange and Brahmi is important to know. While considering everything about Mock Orange and Brahmi Care, growing season is an essential factor. Mock Orange season is Spring, Summer, Fall and Winter and Brahmi season is Spring, Summer, Fall and Winter. The type of soil for Mock Orange is Loam, Sand and for Brahmi is Loam, Sand while the PH of soil for Mock Orange is Acidic, Neutral and for Brahmi is Acidic, Neutral, Alkaline.
Mock Orange and Brahmi Physical Information
Mock Orange and Brahmi physical information is very important for comparison. Mock Orange height is 150.00 cm and width 180.00 cm whereas Brahmi height is 60.00 cm and width 100.00 cm. The color specification of Mock Orange and Brahmi are as follows:
Mock Orange flower color: White
Mock Orange leaf color: Green and Light Green
Brahmi flower color: Yellow
- Brahmi leaf color: Dark Green
Care of Mock Orange and Brahmi
Care of Mock Orange and Brahmi include pruning, fertilizers, watering etc. Mock Orange pruning is done Prune if you want to improve plant shape and Brahmi pruning is done Remove damaged leaves and Requires very little pruning. In summer Mock Orange needs Lots of watering and in winter, it needs Average Water. Whereas, in summer Brahmi needs Lots of watering and in winter, it needs Average Water.