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Ashwagandha
अश्वगंधा
Withania somnifera · Solanaceae
High-value medicinal root crop with very high global wellness market demand. Extremely drought-tolerant, low input — ideal for dryland organic medicinal cultivation.
At a Glance
Duration
180 days
Organic Yield
0.4-0.6 t/ha (dried roots)
Organic Premium
+250%
Water Need
low
pH Range
7.5 – 8
Soil Type
sandy-loam, red
Nutrient Requirements
N
Nitrogen
40 kg/ha
P
Phosphorus
30 kg/ha
K
Potassium
20 kg/ha
Organic Farming Protocol
1
Sowing
Minimal FYM, low fertility actually preferred for root quality.
2
Growth period
Drought tolerant — minimal irrigation needed.
3
Harvest (6 months)
Roots harvested at full maturity, dried for market.
Common Pests & Diseases
🐛 aphids🍃 leaf spot ashwagandha