The Creat, King of Bitters

ฟ้าทะลายโจร

Andrographis paniculata

Very bitter annual medicinal herb with lance-shaped leaves and small white flowers marked purple. Grown for leafy aerial parts in tropical and subtropical climates; requires drainage and protection from frost.

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Regional growing guide

When and how it grows here

The Creat, King of Bitters is not commonly grown in California. You can still select this region and plan planting, but check local growing conditions before getting started.

moderate in CaliforniaSummerFall

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Field note

Watch the current forecast and your soil before scheduling work.

Auspicious Profile

Zodiac MatchAries, Virgo

"Its Thai name fa thalai chon means “heaven strikes down bandits,” evoking protection from harm and wrongdoing, while its intensely bitter leaves and long medicinal use reinforce healing and safeguarding health."