Curry Leaves

Key Features:

Type: Aromatic, evergreen shrub or small tree.

Height: 2 to 6 meters (6–20 ft).

Leaves: Pinnate (feather-like), shiny green, strongly aromatic when crushed.

Smell: Distinctive curry-like scent.

Growing Conditions: Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade.

Soil: Well-drained, loamy soil.

Watering: Moderate; prefers slightly moist soil but not waterlogged.

Flowering & Fruiting: Flowers: Small, white, fragrant, star-shaped

Fruit: Small, shiny black berries (not commonly used; seeds are toxic if consumed in large amounts).

Uses: Culinary: Leaves are used fresh or dried in Indian, Sri Lankan, and Southeast Asian dishes for flavor.