Nila Chitrak

Scientific Name:

Plumbago auriculata

Nila Chitrak thrives in well-drained, fertile soil with full sun to partial shade and moderate watering. It provides habitat for small insects and birds, enhancing garden and local ecosystem biodiversity. Traditionally valued for its anti-inflammatory, analgesic, and wound-healing properties, it is used in folk medicine to treat fever, skin infections, and respiratory issues. Grown for its attractive light blue to white flowers, it is commonly used in gardens, hedges, and landscaping.