EFFECT OF SHADING AND MULCHING ON THE GROWTH PERFORMANCE OF Andrographis paniculata Burm f.

Andrographis paniculata Burm f. is herbal plant that has shown potential for commercialisation. To obtain optimal production, proper management techniques must be identified. Therefore, this study aims to determine the effects of shading and mulching materials on growth A. paniculata. The employed both non-shading treatments examine effects, five different types treatment were utilised: Non-mulched, coconut husk, rice gravel, sand. results revealed there no significant differences between plants grown with or without shading, as well mulching. it was concluded can survive grow under shaded direct sunlight conditions, necessity However, if deemed necessary, recommended utilise finer easily decompose in soil. This represents an original idea developed carried out answer questions related cultivation