Botanical Name: Common Names:
Murraya koenigii Syn Bergera koenigii, Curry Tree, Curry Plant,
Native: Foliage Type:
No Evergreen
Plant Type: Plant Habit:
Herbs & Vegetables, Palms, Ferns & Tropical, Trees Dense, Upright
Description:
A small growing tropical to sub-tropical tree. A white flowering self pollinating plant that produces black berries with aromatic foliage that is often used in many Indian cuisines, often referred to as Curry Plant. This plant has weed potential, flowers and berries should be removed to stop spreading.
Mature Height: Mature Width:
4-10m 2-4m
Position: Soil Type:
Full Sun, Semi Shade Any
Landscape Use(s)
Bird Attracting, Edible Garden, Fragrant Garden, Tropical Garden, Container / Pot, Shade Tree
Pests & Diseases: Generally trouble free, Mealy Bugs
Cultural Notes:
Plant Care
Annual slow release fertiliser, Liquid feed
Family Name: Origin:
Rutaceae Asia
Characteristics
Foliage Colour: Green
Flower Colour: White
Flower Fragrant: Yes
Flowering Season: Autumn, Spring, Summer
Fruit: Insignificant
Requirements Tolerances
Growth Rate: Moderate
Maintenance Level: High
Water Usage: Low
Drought: High
Frost: Moderate
Wind: Medium / Moderate