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Murraya koenigii
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Murraya koenigii

Curry Leaf Plant

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Aromatic evergreen shrub native to India, prized for culinary leaves and fragrant white flowers; requires warm climates.
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Plant Details

Common Name Curry Leaf Plant
Family Rutaceae
Genus Murraya
Species Koenigii
Origin India / Southeast Asia
Blooming Small white fragrant flowers, spring to summer
Leaf Color Bright green
Sunlight Shade / Half-shade / Sun
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly check Yes
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Well-draining loamy soil with organic matter, slightly acidic to neutral pH (6.0-7.5)

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Watering

Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged during active growth; reduce in winter dormancy

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Sunlight & Care

Full sun preferred for best growth and oil production; can tolerate partial shade indoors

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Fertilization

Apply balanced liquid fertilizer monthly during spring/summer growing season

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Pruning

Prune to maintain shape and encourage bushiness; remove dead stems regularly

Pest Control Aphid Leaf Miner Scale Insect

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 4 months
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Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
50° – 100°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
40% – 75%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
2500 – 35000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
2000 – 4500
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
20% – 65%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
300 – 1800
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

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