Life Span
Perennial
Perennial
Origin
Mexico
Central Asia, Southern Asia, Western Ghats, India
Types
Not Available
congesta, paucinervia
Habitat
Wide range of ecological site
Fertile bottom land, moist forests, Temperate Regions, Tropical Forests
USDA Hardiness Zone
8-11
Not Available
Sunset Zone
6, 7, 8, 9, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24
Not Available
Habit
Oval or Rounded
Upright/Erect
Flower Color
White
Pale White, White
Flower Color Modifier
Not Available
Bicolor
Fruit Color
Red, Orange
Purple, Black
Leaf Color in Spring
Green, Light Green
Green
Leaf Color in Summer
Green
Green
Leaf Color in Fall
Dark Green
Green
Leaf Color in Winter
Dark Green
Light Green
Plant Season
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Spring, Summer, Fall
Sunlight
Full Sun, Partial Sun
Full Sun, Partial Sun, Partial shade
Type of Soil
Loam, Sand
Loam
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
Spring
Tolerances
Drought
Drought
Where to Plant?
Container, Ground, Pot
Ground
How to Plant?
Seedlings, Transplanting
Seedlings, Stem Cutting
Plant Maintenance
Medium
Medium
Watering Requirements
Prefer drip-irrigation instead of Over-head watering
Keep the ground moist but not water-logged
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
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
Prune if you want to improve plant shape, Remove dead leaves
Fertilizers
14-14-14 Fertilizer, Fertilize in late fall, fertilize in spring, Requires high amount of nitrogen
Compost, fertilize in growing season
Pests and Diseases
Bacteria wilt, Red blotch
Aphids, Earwigs, Insects, Mildew, Red blotch, Rust, sawflies
Plant Tolerance
Drought, Heat Tolerance
Dry soil, Heat And Humidity
Flowers
Showy
Insignificant
Flower Petal Number
Single
Single
Fragrant Bark/Stem
Yes
No
Foliage Texture
Medium
Medium
Foliage Sheen
Glossy
Matte
Attracts
Hummingbirds
Birds, Butterflies, Fruit Bats
Allergy
allergic conjunctivitis, Chest tightness, Diarrhea, Dizziness, Nausea, Vomiting
Eczema, Mouth itching, Throat itching
Aesthetic Uses
Showy Purposes
Not Available
Beauty Benefits
Brightens the skin complexion, Glowing Skin, Treatment of Dark Spots
good for lips, Remove blemishes
Environmental Uses
Air purification
Air purification, Food for animals, Food for birds, soil stabilisation
Medicinal Uses
Alzheimer’s Disease, Anxiety, Cancer, Diarrhea, Digestion problems, Liver problems, Menstrual Cramps, Respiratory Disorders, Weight loss
Anemia, Diuretic, Potassium, Rich in Iron, Vitamin C
Part of Plant Used
Whole plant
Fruits, Leaves
Other Uses
Used as Ornamental plant, Used for its medicinal properties
Added to salads, Cosmetics, Culinary use, Used as a nutritious food item, Used As Food, Used for its medicinal properties
Used As Indoor Plant
Yes
No
Used As Outdoor Plant
Yes
Yes
Garden Design
Container, Feature Plant, Foundation, Mixed Border, Rock Garden, Tropical, Wall
Edible, Fruit / Fruit Tree, Hedges
Botanical Name
CHOISYA ternata
Carissa carandas
Common Name
Mexican Orange, Mock Orange
Black Currant
In Hindi
Philadelphus
करोंदा, कालि मैना
In German
Pfeifensträucher
Carandas
In French
Philadelphus
karondas
In Spanish
Philadelphus
karondas
In Greek
Philadelphus
karondas
In Portuguese
Philadelphus
karondas
In Polish
Jaśminowiec
karondas
In Latin
Philadelphus
karondas
Phylum
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Order
Cornales
Gentianales
Family
Rutaceae
Apocynaceae
Genus
Philadlephus
Carissa
Clade
Angiosperms, Asterids, Eudicots
Angiosperms, Asterids, Eudicots
Tribe
Philadelpheae
Not Available
Subfamily
Hydrangeoideae
Not Available
Number of Species
Not Available
Properties of Mock Orange and Karonda
Wondering what are the properties of Mock Orange and Karonda? We provide you with everything About Mock Orange and Karonda. Mock Orange doesn't have thorns and Karonda 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 Karonda 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 Karonda and you can choose the plant having best and most benefits.
Season and Care of Mock Orange and Karonda
Season and care of Mock Orange and Karonda is important to know. While considering everything about Mock Orange and Karonda Care, growing season is an essential factor. Mock Orange season is Spring, Summer, Fall and Winter and Karonda season is Spring, Summer, Fall and Winter. The type of soil for Mock Orange is Loam, Sand and for Karonda is Loam while the PH of soil for Mock Orange is Acidic, Neutral and for Karonda is Acidic, Neutral, Alkaline.
Mock Orange and Karonda Physical Information
Mock Orange and Karonda physical information is very important for comparison. Mock Orange height is 150.00 cm and width 180.00 cm whereas Karonda height is 120.00 cm and width 120.00 cm. The color specification of Mock Orange and Karonda are as follows:
Mock Orange flower color: White
Mock Orange leaf color: Green and Light Green
Karonda flower color: Pale White and White
- Karonda leaf color: Green
Care of Mock Orange and Karonda
Care of Mock Orange and Karonda include pruning, fertilizers, watering etc. Mock Orange pruning is done Prune if you want to improve plant shape and Karonda pruning is done Prune if you want to improve plant shape and Remove dead leaves. In summer Mock Orange needs Lots of watering and in winter, it needs Average Water. Whereas, in summer Karonda needs Lots of watering and in winter, it needs Average Water.