Curry Tree fruit at LCG January 2025 (photo credit: Jacqui Lachmann)
Curry Tree
Murraya koenigii
Rutaceae Family
The leaves of the Curry Tree have a distinct aromatic flavour and are a staple in Indian cooking. Leaves can be harvested at any time of year but will have the deepest flavour in Summer.
Curry berries are a secondary crop and are generally consumed fresh, however the seeds must be discarded; they contain toxic elements and are inedible.
Fresh leaves can be sauteed in oil before adding other ingredients.
Tree Maintenance
Pruning
Murraya koenigii
Rutaceae Family
The leaves of the Curry Tree have a distinct aromatic flavour and are a staple in Indian cooking. Leaves can be harvested at any time of year but will have the deepest flavour in Summer.
Curry berries are a secondary crop and are generally consumed fresh, however the seeds must be discarded; they contain toxic elements and are inedible.
Fresh leaves can be sauteed in oil before adding other ingredients.
Tree Maintenance
Pruning
- Prune to size, once established.
- Once established it can tolerate some drought and should not be over-watered.
- Spring: compost around drip line.
Curry Tree at LCG January 2025 (photo credit: Jacqui Lachmann)
