The Curry leaf tree is a tropical plant with a dark green to brownish colour stem and its leaves are one of the most essential herbs in most Indian dishes.  It grows into a small bush or tree that can be used as an ornamental feature in a garden landscape.

It has white, fragrant flowers and grows well in full sun or semi-shade.  Since it doesn’t need to be repotted often, it makes an ideal indoor or container plant.

Its berries are edible, but can only be eaten after removing its seed carefully as it is poisonous.

• Young trees need to be protected from frost
• Tolerates temperatures as low as 18°C
• Estimated height: 4-9m
• Estimated width: 1-4m
• Planting distance: 1-1.5m
• Drought-resistant

Pollen compatibility: Self-pollinating.

Water requirements: Water once per week.

Fun facts: The berries of the Curry plant as high in vitamin C, ash, protein, calcium and iron and its leaves are used in Ayurvedic medicine to restore the cardiovascular system.