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Wholesale Kalmegh Plant (King of Bitters)

Kalmegh Plant (King of Bitters)

by Rajput Farms
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MOQ: 500 per Plant

Premium Kalmegh (Andrographis paniculata / King of Bitters) plants for Ayurvedic medicine, immunity supplements & commercial cultivation. Wholesale bulk supply across India & export worldwide.

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✓ GST Invoice
⏱ 3-7 business days
Packaging TypeSeed packets / Seedling trays
Supply Ability50,000 plants / 100 kg seeds per month
Payment Terms50% advance, 50% before dispatch
Country of OriginIndia
HSN Code12119059
GST Rate5.00%

Product Specifications

Botanical NameAndrographis paniculata
FamilyAcanthaceae
Common NamesKalmegh, King of Bitters, Maha Tikta, Chuan Xin Lian, Bhui Neem
Plant TypeAnnual Herb
Height30-90 cm
Growth RateModerate; 120-150 day crop
ClimateTropical to Subtropical; 25-35°C
SoilMoist fertile loam; pH 5.5-7.0
SunlightPartial Shade to Full Sun
WaterModerate — grows well in monsoon-fed areas
Planting SeasonNursery in March-April; transplant in June-July
Spacing30 cm × 15 cm
PropagationSeeds (nursery-raised seedlings)
Harvesting120-150 days after transplanting
Yield2-3 tonnes dry herb per hectare
LifespanAnnual — replanted each season
HSN Code12119059
GST Rate5%
Key CompoundAndrographolide (2-4% in dry herb)
Available SizesSeeds, seedlings (3-4 inch), transplant-ready plugs
PackagingSeed packets, seedling trays, poly bags
DeliveryPan-India delivery & international export
Minimum Order500 plants or 2 kg seeds for wholesale

Product Description

Premium Kalmegh Plants — Wholesale Supply & Export from India


Rajput Farms supplies Kalmegh (Andrographis paniculata) plants and seeds for Ayurvedic pharmaceutical companies, immunity product manufacturers, herbal extract processors, and commercial Kalmegh farming.



What Is Kalmegh?


Kalmegh (Andrographis paniculata), known as the "King of Bitters" (Maha Tikta) in Ayurveda, is one of the most important medicinal herbs used across Asian traditional medicine systems — Ayurveda in India, Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) as "Chuan Xin Lian", and traditional medicine in Thailand, Malaysia, and Indonesia. Kalmegh contains the bioactive compound andrographolide, which has been extensively studied for its various biological properties. India is a major producer of Kalmegh, with Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, Assam, and West Bengal being key cultivation states.



Commercial Applications



  • Ayurvedic & Pharma: Key ingredient in Kalmeghasava, liver tonics, immunity syrups, and traditional formulations

  • Immunity Supplements: Andrographolide extracts used in immunity-boosting products worldwide

  • Traditional Chinese Medicine: "Chuan Xin Lian" preparations widely used in China and Southeast Asia

  • Herbal Extract Industry: Standardised andrographolide extracts for pharmaceutical and nutraceutical use

  • Export: Raw herb, powder, and extracts exported to China, Thailand, Europe, USA



Cultivation Guide



  1. Climate: Tropical to subtropical; 25-35°C. Grows well in humid conditions.

  2. Soil: Moist, fertile loam; pH 5.5-7.0. Tolerates partial shade.

  3. Sowing: Seeds sown in nursery in March-April, transplanted during monsoon. Spacing: 30×15 cm.

  4. Harvesting: 120-150 days after transplanting when plants begin flowering.

  5. Yield: 2-3 tonnes dry herb per hectare per season.



Wholesale & Export Supply


Rajput Farms supplies Kalmegh plants and seeds for Ayurvedic companies, herbal extract manufacturers, traditional medicine producers, organic herb farms, and export houses supplying China and Southeast Asia. Phytosanitary certification, organic farming guidance, and international shipping available.

Benefits

  • Immune System Support: Known as the "King of Bitters" — one of the most valued immunity herbs in both Ayurveda and Traditional Chinese Medicine
  • Liver Health: Traditionally used in Ayurveda for liver support and protection — a key ingredient in liver tonics
  • Respiratory Wellness: Used traditionally in Asian medicine systems for respiratory health support
  • Digestive Health: Referenced in Ayurvedic texts for digestive wellness and appetite support
  • Rich in Andrographolide: Contains bioactive andrographolide — one of the most studied phytochemicals
  • Fever Management: Traditional use across multiple Asian medicine systems for fever support
  • Low-Cost Cultivation: Hardy, fast-growing crop with minimal input requirements
  • High Demand in Asia: Major demand from Chinese and Southeast Asian traditional medicine markets
  • Contract Farming: Several Ayurvedic companies offer buyback for cultivated Kalmegh
  • Short Crop Cycle: 120-150 day crop — fits well as a Kharif or Rabi intercrop

Sample Policy

Sample seeds/plants available on request