Slide : 1

Process:
1. A person can choose from buying or ask for insulin plant.
2. To save money, buying insulin plant is optional.
3. When cutting a part of insulin plant, it should be12 inches long.
4. After planting it in a pot or any means, the duration may take 2 weeks until 4
weeks where the plant can have new stems.
5. If the pot is too small then it can be transferred to a larger pot.

Slide 2:
Do’s

 The location for growing the plant should have a balance of sunlight and shade.
Check for an Ideal Location.
 The plant does not need deep planting. A 2-3 inch deep bed works can do.
 The plant should be watered daily and if possible, a fertilizer is highly
recommended for best results.
 The plant is prone to mites, caterpillars, etc. and therefore insecticidal soap or
any available should be applied.

Slide 3:
Don’ts

1. The plant does not have salt tolerance and thus, when grown in a coastal
environment, it may not grow properly.
2. Don’t let it grow on a cold place.
3. Don’t water it every hour.

Slide 4:

Estimated Budget:

Estimated cost per

Frequency Total
piece

Pot 60 3 180
Fertilizer 25 1 25
205

References
Arves, T. (2019). CONTAINER GARDENING INSULIN PLANT FOR DIABETES | HOW TO GROW CARE AND
PROPAGATE. Retrieved from Youtube : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jt1UNRsI9C8

Wood, J. L. (n.d.). How to Grow a Costus Igneus Plant. Retrieved from Home Guides:
https://homeguides.sfgate.com/grow-costus-igneus-plant-21945.html