Laksa Leaf Potted Plant

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Enhance your culinary creations with the aromatic and flavorful Laksa Leaf. This herb adds a unique twist to Southeast Asian dishes. Order now and elevate your cooking to new heights with this essential ingredient!

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Product Code: PLANT-PRP00099

Tags:  HerbsOutdoorEdible Plants

Laksa leaf, also known as Daun Kesum or Vietnamese coriander (Persicaria odorata), is a highly prized herb in Singaporean cuisine, particularly for its essential role in the famous laksa dish. This aromatic herb, with its distinctive spicy and slightly tangy flavor, is also  favorite among home gardeners for its ease of cultivation and multiple uses.

Tips for Home Gardeners

  • - Container Gardening: If you have limited space, Laksa leaf grows well in pots. Choose a container with good drainage, and place it in a location that receives partial shade.
  • - Companion Planting: Laksa leaf can be grown alongside other herbs such as mint and basil, which share similar growing conditions.

Embrace the joy of growing Laksa leaf (Daun Kesum) in your Singaporean garden. With minimal effort, you can enjoy a continuous supply of this aromatic herb, enhancing both your culinary creations and your gardening experience.

Fact Sheet and Plant Guide

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Description

Common name and scientific name

Laksa leaf, Daun Kesum (Persicaria odorata)

Growth habit and size

Perennial herb grow up to 40cm tall with spreading growth habit.

Foliage, flower color, and texture

The lance-shaped to lanceolate-ovate leaves are green with reddish-purplish markings.

Pot Size

Ø15cm x H12.5cm

Overall Height

30-40cm from the base of the pot

Sunlight requirements

Thrives in full sun or partial shade

Watering needs

Check regularly and water as needed. Water thoroughly when the potting medium turns slightly dry to touch.

Soil type and pH requirements

Grows best in fertile, well-drained soil with slightly acidic pH between 6.0 to 7.0.

Feeding and fertilizer needs

Feed with all-purpose organic fertilizer twice a month to provide essential nutrients for healthy plant growth.

Pruning requirements

Gently trim away dry, brown, or yellowish leaves to encourage new branches to emerge just below the cut.

*Photos for illustration only. Actual product may vary due to the nature of the product.

*Color of pot and size may vary and change subject to availability.

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