Description

Also known as Murraya koenigii.

Max grow height: 2-5m

The Curry Leaf Tree plant is used to flavour curries, chutneys, stir-fries and other dishes. Leaves lose flavour when dried, but can be preserved in oil or by vacuum sealing. Purple-black fruits are edible. Traditional Indian folk use it as a remedy for dysentery, indigestion and nausea. A poultice of leaves used on burns and wounds. A useful culinary plant.

Curry Leaf Tree plant is native to India and Sri Lanka and is adaptable to most well-drained soils and most positions, but prefers full sun. Clusters of small white, fragrant flowers in summer. Drought and frost-resistant. A deciduous to evergreen shrub, growing to 6m or pruned as a tub specimen.

Warning: The seeds are poisonous and should not be eaten.