Status:
valid
Authors:
(C.C.Huang) C.C.Huang
Source:
tro
Year:
1978
Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin. 16(2): 85 (1978)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001242537
Common Names
- Murraya kwangsiensis
- Curry Leaf
- Curry Plant
Description
Murraya kwangsiensis (also called Kwangsi 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 kwangsiensis 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.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Murraya kwangsiensis var. macrophylla C.C.Huang
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Murraya kwangsiensis are small, white, and fragrant. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Murraya kwangsiensis is a small to medium-sized shrub, growing up to 3 m tall. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests in China. 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 kwangsiensis
Murraya kwangsiensis is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions.
Murraya kwangsiensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Murraya kwangsiensis?
Murraya kwangsiensis
What type of plant is Murraya kwangsiensis?
Murraya kwangsiensis is an evergreen shrub.
What is the natural habitat of Murraya kwangsiensis?
Murraya kwangsiensis 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,