Vellakonna Normal Plant — Wrightia antidysenterica | Pala Indigo Flowering ShrubVellakonna (Wrightia antidysenterica), also known as Pala Indigo or Snowflake Plant, is a beautiful Kerala-native flowering shrub prized for its masses of delicate white star-shaped flowers and pleasant fragrance. The normal (green-leaved) variety is a vigorous, easy-care garden plant beloved across South India.Plant Details Botanical Name: Wrightia antidysenterica Common Names: Vellakonna, Pala Indigo, Snowflake Plant, Kutaja Family: Apocynaceae Plant Type: Evergreen flowering shrub/small tree Height: 1–3 metres Flower Colour: White, star-shaped, mildly fragrant Flowering Season: Summer to Monsoon; intermittent year-round Growing Conditions Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade Watering: Moderate; drought-tolerant once established Soil: Well-draining loamy or sandy soil Fertilizer: Monthly balanced NPK; organic compost top-dressing twice yearly Container Suitability: Good in large pots (14–18 inch) Landscaping Uses: Garden specimen, hedge, avenue planting, courtyard feature Care Guide Prune after flowering to maintain shape and encourage new growth Highly adaptable to Kerala’s climate — thrives in heat and humidity Traditional medicinal plant — used in Ayurvedic formulations Customer FAQsQ: What is the difference between Vellakonna Normal and Variegated?A: The Normal variety has solid green leaves; the Variegated variety has green-and-white patterned leaves. Both produce the same white flowers.Q: Is it a fast grower?A: Moderate to fast grower in warm, humid conditions — can reach 1 metre within the first year with good care.✓ Nursery Fresh ✓ Healthy Dispatch ✓ Secure Packaging ✓ Expert Support ✓ WhatsApp AssistanceShipping: ₹80/kg within Kerala. Outside Kerala: no refund/replacement for transit damage. Continuous opening video required for Kerala claims.Images are representative. Minor natural variation in size, colour, and growth stage is expected and not a defect.
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