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Curry Leaf

Curry Leaf

Murraya koenigii

shrub☀️ full sun💧💧 moderate water Hardy: Zone 10aZone 12b

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A tropical shrub prized for its small, aromatic pinnate leaves used extensively in South Asian and Southeast Asian cuisine. The plant produces small white flowers followed by black berries, and thrives in warm climates as a culinary herb.

Overview

Form
Upright
Growth Rate
moderate
Size
4–6′ tall × 3–5′ wide
Dormancy
evergreen
Family
Rutaceae

Native Range

Indian subcontinent

Seasonality

Bloom Season

J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Harvest Season

J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Season of Interest

SpringSummerFall

Notable Cultivars

Murraya koenigii 'Gamthi' is a popular high-yield cultivar known for larger leaves and more compact growth suitable for commercial cultivation.

Companion Planting

Plants well with