Spanish Name
Hoja de curry
Scientific Name
Murraya koenigii
Category
Leafy greens & herbs
Perennial/Annual
Perennial
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Edible parts
Leaves
Recipes
Growth Type
ShurbSmall-Tree
Usage
CulinaryMedicinalCooked Green
Life Cycle
Secondary
Origin
Sri LankaIndia
Strata Category
Medium
How to eat
Use for flavoring curry, stews.
Nutritional Info
Rich in iron, calcium, vitamin A, B-complex, and antioxidants
Medicinal Uses
Supports digestion, anti-diabetic, improves eyesight, antimicrobial
Planting Distance
1.5–2 m between plants; prefers full sun to light shade; well-drained soil.
Harvest Time
Leaf harvest begins after 1–2 years; best flavor from mature leaves. Can be harvested regularly once established.
