Curry-leaf tree

Where does Curry-leaf tree grow?

Found in: Africa, Andamans, Asia, Australia, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Cambodia, China, Cook Islands, East Africa, Fiji, Guyana, Hawaii, Himalayas, India, Indochina, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Maldives, Mozambique, Myanmar, Nepal, Nigeria, Northeastern India, NW India, Pacific, Pakistan, Papua New Guinea, PNG, SE Asia, Sikkim, Solomon Islands, South America, Sri Lanka, Tasmania, Tanzania, Thailand, Tuvalu, United States, West Africa, Zimbabwe

Notes: There are 12 Murraya species. They occur in tropical Asia and the Pacific. It possibly has anti-cancer properties.

Status: The leaves are commonly used in Asian cooking. It is a cultivated food plant.

Growing Curry-leaf tree

Cultivation: Plants are grown from seeds or stem cuttings or root suckers. A spacing of 3.5 m is used.

Edible Uses: The leaves are used to flavour soup and curry dishes. They are also used in chutneys and stews. They are first fried in ghee or oil until crisp, then added to the curry. The leaves are also dried and powdered and used in spice blends. Ripe fruit are eaten fresh. They are peppery. They are used as a spice. Leaves can be sun-dried and stored.

Production: The leaves can be picked about one year after planting. Main production starts after about 3 years. Yields of 2-2.5 kg per square metre are possible.

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Curry-leaf tree Photos

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