🌿 Life Plant (Tameawu) Seedlings – Overview & Growing Guide
Life Plant, locally called “Tameawu” is a medicinal plant known botanically as Bryophyllum pinnatum or Kalanchoe pinnata. It is widely respected for its healing properties, especially in herbal and traditional medicine. The plant is easy to grow and propagate, making it a valuable addition to home gardens and herbal farms.
✅ Key Features of Tameawu (Life Plant)
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| 🌱 Plant Type | Succulent herb (medicinal) |
| 📏 Height | 30 cm to 1 meter |
| 🌿 Leaves | Thick, fleshy, green with scalloped edges; grows plantlets on leaf margins |
| 🌦️ Climate | Tropical – thrives in warm, humid areas |
| 💧 Water Need | Low to medium – drought tolerant |
| 🌞 Sunlight | Prefers partial to full sun |
| 🌱 Propagation | By leaf cuttings or plantlets that grow on leaf edges |
🌿 Medicinal Uses of Life Plant (Tameawu)
| Use | Description |
|---|---|
| 🩸 Wound Healing | Fresh leaves used to dress cuts and sores |
| 💨 Respiratory Relief | Used to treat coughs, asthma, and chest pains |
| 🧘♂️ Detoxifying | Boiled leaves drunk as a detox or for kidney support |
| ♀️ Women’s Health | Sometimes used in treating fibroids and irregular periods |
| 🦴 Anti-inflammatory | Reduces swelling and joint pain |
⚠️ Always consult a herbalist or health professional before use.
🌱 How to Grow Life Plant Seedlings
🔹 1. Planting
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Use loamy, well-drained soil mixed with compost
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Space plants 30–50 cm apart if planting many
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Grow in pots, containers, or directly in the ground
🔹 2. Watering
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Water lightly – allow soil to dry slightly between waterings
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Avoid overwatering (roots can rot)
🔹 3. Maintenance
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Prune back tall stems to encourage bushier growth
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Remove old leaves to keep plant healthy
