Kadamb Tree (Neolamarckia cadamba): Can It Grow in Jaipur? Care, Benefits and Meaning
Neolamarckia cadamba
Kadamb, Krishna's monsoon tree with golden ball-shaped flowers, comes from wet tropical country. Here is an honest guide to growing it in Jaipur's heat and frost, when and how to plant it, how much water it needs, and how it differs from the native kaim or kalam.
Frequently asked questions
Will a kadamb grow in Jaipur?
Yes, but only with care. It comes from wetter, warmer regions, so it needs regular summer watering for its first three or four years, frost cover in winter and a sheltered, well-drained spot.
When will it flower?
Usually from about four years of age in good conditions, around the monsoon. In Jaipur it may take longer.
Is kadam the same as kaim or kalam?
No. Kaim or kalam (Mitragyna parvifolia) is a related native tree of Rajasthan's drier forests, sometimes also called kadam. Ask the nursery for the botanical name.
How much water does it need?
Much more than neem or khejri. In its first Jaipur summer, a deep watering every two to three days; less each year after that.
Why is kadamb linked with Krishna?
The Bhagavata Purana describes Krishna climbing a kadamba tree on the Yamuna bank, and the tree is loved across Braj and in Hindi devotional poetry.
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