The evergreen beauty, Morpankhi or Mayurpankhi is a striking ornamental plant that will bring grace to your space. The name Morpankhi is derived from its lush peacock-feather-like foliage that are arranged in well-ordered vertical sprays, adding a touch of elegance and symmetry to your patios and gardens. Also known as Thuja or Oriental Arborvitae, it’s primarily an outdoor plant that thrives well in well-lit spaces like balconies, open terraces or garden borders. However, it can also be grown indoors with enough light. Besides being an aesthetic charmer, Morpankhi is also used in homeopathy for treating respiratory and skin issues. As per Vastu, placing it in the north or east direction of your home brings you stability, peace and protection. A low maintenance, air-purifying plant offers a unique blend of liveliness, beauty and cultural significance. 

Features
•    Primarily an Outdoor plant, can be grown indoors
•    Native to East Asia (China & Himalayas)
•    Lush green peacock-feather-like leaves in triangular symmetry
•    Aromatic leaves contains essential oils that repel insects
•    Compact, low-maintenance, air purifying plant
•    Used in homeopathy for treating respiratory and skin issues
•    Believed to balance and promote positive energy flow as per Feng Shui
•    Adaptable plant. Can be planted in well-lit open spaces like balconies, open terraces and gardens
•    Ideal for windbreaks, hedges, decorative borders and foundation plantings
•    Can be used in bonsai cultivation

Maintenance
•    Place it in full sun to partial shade
•    Use well-drained soil with pH of 6.0 to 7.0
•    Water regularly. Watch out during dry weather. 
•    Avoid waterlogging
•    Feed balanced fertilizer in early spring for healthier growth
•    Prune once a year to maintain shape and promote bushier growth

Pet Friendly
•    Not safe for pets