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Cultivation of latakaranja - Caesalpinia crista Linn.

latakaranja :

latakaranja  : Caesalpinia crista Linn.

Cultivation:

Succeeds in any moderately fertile, well-drained soil[]. Requires a position in full sun
Plants in this genus are notably resistant to honey fungus
This species has a symbiotic relationship with certain soil bacteria, these bacteria form nodules on the roots and fix atmospheric nitrogen. Some of this nitrogen is utilized by the growing plant but some can also be used by other plants growing nearby


Propogation:

Seed - pre-soak for 12 - 24 hours in warm water prior to sowing. When large enough to handle, prick the seedlings out into individual pots and grow them on until large enough to plant out.
Softwood cuttings in sand in a frame


Harvesting:

The plant is sometimes harvested from the wild for local medicinal use and for the oil obtained from its seed.

Flowering & Fruiting : January--March


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