Status:
valid
Authors:
Oliv.
Source:
tro
Year:
1861
Citation Micro:
J. Proc. Linn. Soc., Bot. 5(Suppl. 2): 29 (1861)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001242536
Common Names
- Murraya crenulata
- Curry Leaf
- Curry Plant
Description
Murraya crenulata (also called Crenulate Murraya, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with small, white flowers and pinnate leaves. It is native to the eastern United States and grows in dry, open woods and meadows.
Uses & Benefits
Murraya crenulata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and stomach problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Murraya crenulata are small, white, and fragrant. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Murraya crenulata is a small to medium-sized shrub, growing up to 3 m tall. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests in India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia. Propagation is by seed or cutting. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Germination usually takes place within two weeks. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a well-drained soil mix.
Where to Find Murraya crenulata
Murraya crenulata is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions.
Murraya crenulata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Murraya crenulata?
Murraya crenulata
What type of plant is Murraya crenulata?
Murraya crenulata is an evergreen shrub.
What is the natural habitat of Murraya crenulata?
Murraya crenulata is native to Southeast Asia.
Species in the Murraya genus
Murraya paniculata,
Murraya elongata,
Murraya heptaphylla,
Murraya glenieii,
Murraya glabra,
Murraya exotica,
Murraya caloxylon,
Murraya koenigii,
Murraya euchrestifolia,
Murraya alata,
Murraya tetramera,
Murraya microphylla,
Murraya crenulata,
Murraya kwangsiensis,
Murraya paniculata,
Murraya cyclopensis,
Murraya lucida,
Murraya longifolia,
Species in the Rutaceae family
Acmadenia alternifolia,
Acmadenia argillophila,
Acmadenia baileyensis,
Acmadenia bodkinii,
Acmadenia burchellii,
Acmadenia candida,
Acmadenia densifolia,
Acmadenia faucitincta,
Acmadenia flaccida,
Acmadenia fruticosa,
Acmadenia gracilis,
Acmadenia heterophylla,
Acmadenia kiwanensis,
Acmadenia latifolia,
Acmadenia laxa,
Acmadenia macradenia,
Acmadenia macropetala,
Acmadenia maculata,
Acmadenia matroosbergensis,
Acmadenia mundiana,
Acmadenia nivea,
Acmadenia nivenii,
Acmadenia obtusata,
Acmadenia patentifolia,
Acmadenia rourkeana,
Acmadenia rupicola,
Acmadenia sheilae,
Acmadenia tenax,
Acmadenia teretifolia,
Acmadenia tetracarpellata,
Acmadenia tetragona,
Acmadenia trigona,
Acmadenia tenax,
Acmadenia argillophila,
Acmadenia macradenia,
Acmadenia teretifolia,
Acmadenia wittebergensis,
Acradenia euodiiformis,
Acradenia frankliniae,
Acronychia richards-beehleri,
Acronychia aberrans,
Acronychia acidula,
Acronychia acronychioides,
Acronychia acuminata,
Acronychia arfakensis,
Acronychia baeuerlenii,
Acronychia brassii,
Acronychia carrii,
Acronychia cartilaginea,
Acronychia chooreechillum,