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Intermediate
skill rating |
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4m
max. spread |
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6m
max. height |
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10-20 years
to maturity |
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1 hour care
per year |
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This plant
is toxic! |
Botanical name: Murraya koenigii
Other names: Curry leaf, Indian bay, Indian curry tree
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Genus: Murraya
Species: M. koenigii - M. koenigii is a large tender evergreen shrub or small tree with horizontal, arching branches. Its glossy, pinnate leaves are aromatic and used in Asian cooking. In spring or summer, it bears clusters of small, white, star-shaped flowers, followed by black, shiny berries.
Murraya koenigii is: Evergreen
Flower: White in Spring; White in Summer
Foliage: Green in All seasons
Fruit: Black in Autumn
Fragrance: The leaves and flowers are aromatic
Habit: Arching
Toxicity: Although the leaves are edible, the seeds are toxic.
Murraya koenigii (Curry leaf) will reach a height of 6m and a spread of 4m after 10-20 years.
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Suggested uses: Architectural, City, Conservatory, Containers, Flavouring food and drinks, Greenhouse
Cultivation: Plant in fertile, moist, free-draining soil in full sun or light shade. Protect with fleece in winter or bring indoors if container grown.
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Chalky, Loamy |
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Moist but well-drained |
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Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
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| Light: |
Partial Shade, Full Sun |
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| Aspect: |
South, East, West |
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| Exposure: |
Sheltered |
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| Hardiness: |
Tender in frost (H3) |
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Question from
Joanne Whitehead
how long does it take for germination to occur for murraya koenigii seeds and what should they look like?
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- Posted: Thu. 23rd September 2010 17:53
We list 2 suppliers who tell us they sell Murraya koenigii (Curry leaf). In order to see the list you'll need to either register or log in as a full member.
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