Mudakathan Keerai Plant (முடக்கத்தான் கீரை) with 10 Inch Black Pot

The Mudakathan Keerai Plant (முடக்கத்தான் கீரை), scientifically known as Cardiospermum halicacabum, is a highly prized medicinal climber in Tamil Nadu. Traditionally known as the "Balloon Vine," it is a household staple for treating joint pains, arthritis, and digestive issues. This live, vigorous climber comes pre-potted in a premium 10-inch black pot, ready to grow and flourish in your garden or balcony.

Perfectly suited for Chennai’s warm, tropical climate, the Mudakathan plant is a fast-growing climber that loves the sun. Whether you are setting up a medicinal garden or looking for a natural remedy to reduce inflammation and joint pain, this plant is an essential addition. Its unique balloon-like seed pods and lush green leaves make it not only a health-giving herb but also an attractive climber for your home exterior, compound walls, or terrace trellis.

Ideal for home gardening, terrace gardens, vertical gardening, medicinal collections, and organic kitchen herb patches.

Specifications

Key Benefits

✔ Joint & Arthritis Relief: Traditionally used in soups and dosas to reduce joint pain and inflammation.

✔ Fast-Growing Climber: Quickly covers fences or trellises, providing a lush green look.

✔ Ready-to-Grow: Delivered in a sturdy 10-inch pot, ready to climb and thrive.

✔ Medicinal Powerhouse: A key herb in Siddha medicine for digestive health and bone support.

✔ Climate Adapted: Perfectly suited for Chennai’s humidity and heat.

✔ 100% Organic: Grown without toxic pesticides, safe for regular consumption.

✔ Beautiful Foliage: Features unique "balloon" seed pods that look beautiful in any garden.

Best Uses

• Home gardening

• Terrace gardens (on a trellis)

• Vertical gardening (compound walls)

• Medicinal herb gardens

• Grow bags & large pots

• Organic culinary gardening

How to Use Mudakathan Keerai Plant

• Placement: This is a climbing plant. Place the pot near a wall, grill, or provide a trellis/thread for it to climb.

• Sunlight: Requires at least 5–6 hours of direct sunlight daily for healthy growth.

• Watering: Water once daily. Increase watering slightly during the peak Chennai summer.

• Fertilizing: Apply organic vermicompost or cow dung powder once every 20-30 days to keep the vines healthy and lush.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. Is Mudakathan a climber?

Yes, it is a vigorous climbing herb. It will need a support structure like a grill, wall, or trellis to grow upwards.

2. How often can I harvest the leaves?

Once the plant is established, you can regularly harvest the fresh leaves for cooking healthy soups or dosas. Pruning also encourages the plant to grow even more densely.

3. Is this plant safe to grow at home?

Yes, it is a traditional and safe medicinal plant. It is widely grown in homes across Tamil Nadu.

4. Does it need a large pot?

The provided 10-inch pot is perfect for the initial growth stage. If you have a large terrace space, you can later repot it into a larger container or directly into the ground for massive growth.

5. Do you deliver across Chennai?

Yes, we provide safe doorstep delivery across Chennai, including:

• South Chennai: Velachery, Medavakkam, Pallikaranai, Madipakkam

• Central Chennai: T Nagar, Nungambakkam, Egmore, Saidapet

• West Chennai: Anna Nagar, Ambattur, Porur, Mogappair

• OMR & GST Road: Perungudi, Thoraipakkam, Sholinganallur, Chrompet, Tambaram

• ...and all over Chennai.

6. Is home & terrace delivery available?

Yes, we offer specialized home and terrace delivery across Chennai to ensure your climber arrives healthy and ready to plant.