Brahma Kamal / Queen of the Night - Epiphyllum oxypetalum
Rs. 860.00
Rs. 1,290.00
Brahma Kamal / Queen of the Night - Epiphyllum oxypetalum
Brahma Kamal / Queen of the Night - Epiphyllum oxypetalum
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About Brahma Kamal / Queen of the Night
Brahma Kamal, botanically Epiphyllum oxypetalum, is also known as Queen of the Night, Dutchman's Cactus, and Princess of the Night, named after Lord Brahma of Hindu mythology. Flowers grow on flattened stems and are nocturnal and very fragrant - it is believed that wishes made while the flower blooms will be fulfilled. It also has medicinal uses in traditional Asian medicine for respiratory ailments, bleeding conditions, pain, and inflammation.
Growing Conditions
- Light: Direct bright light to indirect bright light.
- Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil rich in organic content.
- Temperature: 18-35°C.
Planting & Placement
A zero-maintenance plant suited to balconies and semi-shaded spots. Keep in the same pot for 6-7 months before transplanting.
Care
- Watering: Twice a week - always maintain moisture.
- Fertilizer: Any organic fertilizer once a month; water immediately after application.
- Pruning: Remove dead, infected, or damaged parts; generally pest-free, use neem oil spray if needed.
Flowering
Blooms rarely and only at night, late spring through late summer; flowers wilt before dawn. Large specimens can produce several flushes of flowers in one season.
Note: This listing ships a young potted plant. Growth rate, plant size, and flowering timing vary by climate, care, and season - we don't promise a fixed timeline.
Instructions
Instructions
- Watering: Twice a week - always maintain moisture; zero-maintenance plant
- Light: Direct bright light to indirect bright light
- Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil rich in organic content
- Fertilizer: Any organic fertilizer once a month; water immediately after application
Delivery Info
Delivery Info
- Every plant is quality-checked before dispatch and packed with root-ball wrapping and moisture lock for transit.
- Delivery timelines depend on your pin code, courier network and weather conditions — tracking is shared as soon as your order is dispatched.
- Live plants are covered by our 10-Day Plant Protection against transit damage.
- Free shipping on orders above ₹999; Cash on Delivery is available.
- Some remote pin codes may not be serviceable for live plant delivery — this is shown at checkout before you pay.
FAQs
FAQs
Why does it only bloom at night?
Brahma Kamal is nocturnal by nature - its flowers open at night and wilt before dawn, which is part of what makes it special and rare to witness.
Is it hard to care for?
No - it's considered a zero-maintenance plant, needing water only about twice a week.
Does it have medicinal uses?
Yes, traditional Asian medicine has used it for respiratory ailments, bleeding conditions, pain and inflammation, though this listing is for ornamental/religious use.
