Curry Leaf Curry Plant
- $9.90
Curry leaf is frequently used to add flavor and enhance the aroma of Thai or Indian dishes. It releases a deliciously nutty aroma when fried in hot oil. Order this aromatic shrub for your culinary uses!
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Product Code: PLANT-PR00490/PR00471
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In Singapore's culinary landscape, the Curry Leaf (Murraya koenigii), also known locally as Daun Kari or Sweet Neem, is highly cherished. Originally from India, this plant thrives in our tropical climate, flourishing as a compact tree or shrub adorned with glossy, dark green leaves. Its aromatic foliage plays a crucial role in South Asian cuisine, imparting a distinctive nutty flavor to curries, soups, and chutneys. With it's culinary versatility and cultural significance, this adds authentic flavor to local Singapore dishes. To thrive, it requires warmth, sunlight, and well-drained soil, making it an ideal addition to any garden.
Fact Sheet and Plant Guide
Information |
Description |
Common name and scientific
name |
Curry leaf, Daun Kari, Sweet
neem 咖哩叶 (Murraya koenigii) |
Growth habit and size |
Perennial shrub up to 2.5m tall. |
Foliage, flower color, and
texture |
Compound, odd-pinnate
leaves are composed shiny, dark green, lance-shaped leaflets. Leaves are
highly aromatic when rubbed or crushed. Mature curry plant produces
white, funnel-shaped, 5-lobed flowers with sweet fragrance. Flowers are
arranged in clusters (called as cyme) at the terminal. |
Pot Size |
P150 = Ø15cm x H11cm |
Overall Height | P150 = 15-20cm from the base of
the pot |
Sunlight requirements |
Thrives in full sun or partial shade |
Watering needs |
Check regularly and water as needed. Water
thoroughly when the potting medium turns slightly dry to touch. |
Soil type and pH requirements |
Grows best in fertile, well-drained
soil with slightly
acidic pH between 5.6 to 6.0 |
Feeding and fertilizer
needs |
Feed with all-purpose organic
fertilizer twice a month to provide essential nutrients for healthy plant
growth. |
Pruning requirements |
Trim the diseased, withered leaves
once a month to encourage new growth. |
*Color of pot and size may vary and change subject to availability.
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