Harsingar Plant

✅ Harsingar (Parijat) – The Divine Night-Flowering Jasmine

Harsingar, also known as Parijat or Night-Flowering Jasmine (Nyctanthes arbor-tristis), is a revered ornamental and medicinal plant famous for its enchanting white flowers with deep orange centers. These blooms release a soothing fragrance at night and fall gracefully in the morning, creating a carpet of beauty beneath the tree.

✅ Origin and Natural Habitat

• Native to South Asia and Southeast Asia

• Thrives in warm, tropical, and subtropical climates

• Found naturally in forest edges, gardens, and temple courtyards

• Culturally significant in Indian mythology and traditional medicine

✅ Perfect Placement for a Stunning Home or Garden Statement

• As a centerpiece in gardens for its beauty and fragrance

• Along pathways or near patios to enjoy evening blooms

• In temple gardens for spiritual and cultural relevance

• In large pots for patios and terraces in smaller spaces

• Near seating areas to enjoy its night-blooming charm

✅ Care Guide – From Nurturing to Flourishing

• Requires full sunlight to partial shade for healthy flowering

• Water regularly during the growing season but avoid waterlogging

• Prefers well-draining, fertile soil with organic compost

• Prune after flowering to maintain shape and encourage fresh growth

• Fertilize every 4–6 weeks during active growth with a balanced fertilizer

• Protect from frost in cooler climates or grow in containers for mobility

✅ Benefits of Growing Harsingar

• Produces beautiful, fragrant flowers at night

• Flowers are used in religious offerings and Ayurvedic remedies

• Known for anti-inflammatory, analgesic, and immunity-boosting properties

• Attracts pollinators like moths during the night

• Brings cultural and aesthetic value to gardens

✅ Common Problems and How to Prevent Them

• Leaf yellowing – often due to poor drainage or nutrient deficiency

• Pest attacks like aphids or scale insects – treat with neem oil spray

• Poor flowering – ensure adequate sunlight and seasonal pruning

• Root rot – avoid overwatering and use well-draining soil