Curry Leaf
Tamil Name: Karuveppilai; Scientific Name: Murraya koenigii;
Planting/Sowing
Jul – Aug;
Harvesting
Jul – Aug (following year);
First Harvest
~365 Days
Tamil Name: Karuveppilai; Scientific Name: Murraya koenigii;
Jul – Aug;
Jul – Aug (following year);
~365 Days
Crop category | Herb |
Life span | Perennial |
Type of crop | Tree |
Part(s) of the crop to harvest | Leaves |
Avg. Height | 4–6 m (13–20 feet) |
The Curry Leaf Tree does well in tropical to sub-tropical climate.
When to plant / sow seeds (ideal season):
The main season of availability of Curry leaf fruits is July – August. Within 3 – 4 days of collection of fruits, the seeds should be pulped and sown in nursery beds or poly bags.
How to plant:
Using Seeds: Sow seeds in potting soil and keep damp but not wet. One year old seedlings are suitable for planting. One seedling is planted at the centre of the pit.
Using Cuttings: Take a piece of stem from the tree that is about 3 inches (7.5 cm) long and has several leaves. Remove the bottom 1 inch (2.5 cm) of leaves. Immerse the bare stem into the medium and mist thoroughly. It will root in about three weeks if you keep it warm and moist.
Pit size of 30x30x30 cm is dug one to two months before planting at a spacing of 1.2 to 1.5 m.
Guides in the Knowledge Base for more details on topics ranging from Spacing & Lighting to Soil and Nutrients.
NOTE: Please go through theImmediately after planting the pits are irrigated. On the third day, the second irrigation is given and subsequent irrigation can take place once weekly.
Watering & Irrigation guide for more info.
NOTE: Irrigation should depend on how moist / wet the soil is. Check your plants everyday to see if they require irrigation or not. Check theWhen to harvest
10 – 12 months after planting. Curry leaves can be harvested four times a year.
How to harvest
Shear branches as required.
NOTE: Harvest periods can vary depending on the environmental, climatic, soil conditions.
Pruning and topping is also part of the harvesting of leaves. The leaf quality declines if the plant is allowed to flower and fruit. So unless seed production is intended, pruning and harvesting of leaves should be done before flowering.
Pruning guide for general info.
NOTE: See thePests | Aphids, scale, mealybugs, citrus butterfly, psyllid bug |
Common Diseases/ Problems | Leaf spots |
Pest and Disease prevention measure(s) | Use insecticidal soap to combat the pests. Application of 1-2 kg of neem cake per plant per year is recommended. |
Pest & Disease Control for more information.
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