Curry Leaf Plant

Curry Leaf Plant produces fragrant, glossy leaves that are a key ingredient in a lot of South Asian cooking, adding a distinct aroma when added to hot oil at the start of a dish.

It comes in a 20cm pot and grows 40 to 50cm tall, and it grows well in UAE heat, needing full sun for at least several hours a day to produce plenty of leaves.

Water it 2 to 3 times a week, keeping the soil moist but well drained, since it does not like sitting in water. Regular harvesting of the leaves encourages fresh new growth, giving you a steady home supply for your cooking.

Plant Information

• Botanical Name: Murraya koenigii
• Local Name: Kadi Patta
• Family: Rutaceae
• Average Size: 1m to 2.5m full grown, kept smaller potted
• Native To: India and Sri Lanka
• Environment: Outdoor or balcony, full sun
• Climate: Tropical, subtropical