Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
microphylla
ID:
1243197

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Merr. & Chun) Swingle

Source:
tro

Year:
1942

Citation Micro:
J. Washington Acad. Sci. 32: 26 (1942)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001242535

Common Names

  • Murraya microphylla
  • Curry Leaf
  • Curry Plant

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Description

Murraya microphylla (also called Small-leaved 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 microphylla 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 microphylla are small, white, and fragrant. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Murraya microphylla 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 microphylla

Murraya microphylla is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions.

Murraya microphylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Murraya microphylla?

Murraya microphylla

What type of plant is Murraya microphylla?

Murraya microphylla is an evergreen shrub.

What is the natural habitat of Murraya microphylla?

Murraya microphylla is native to Southeast Asia.

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50119326: Based on the initial data import
Elmer Drew Merrill (1876-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Merr.' in the authors string.
Woon Young Chun (1890-1971): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Chun' in the authors string.
Walter Tennyson Swingle (1871-1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Swingle' in the authors string.