(“Black Neem”)

Family: Rue (Rutaceae)

Tropical to sub-tropical deciduous tree to 18 feet, native to Southern India .  The pinnate leaves are handsome, as are the small, white, fragrant flowers that give way to clusters of black berries.  The curry tree leaves (which should be confused neither with the compound spice “curry” nor the curry plant (Helichrysum italicum)), are used as spiritual offerings and lend their unique taste and aroma to Indian cuisine. Medicinally, the leaves are employed as an antinauseant and stomachic.  Plant prefers sun to part shade and rich, moist but well-drained soil.  Sow seed about ¾ inch deep in warm soil.  Give bright light and humid conditions. Water sparingly and do not water again until the soil surface becomes dry.     Germ. in 10 to 20 days. The plant must be protected from frost, and is a reasonable choice for outdoor cultivation in Southern California, the Gulf Coast, Florida and of course Hawaii and other tropical places.  Otherwise, it does well as a container plant, kept indoors during the cold months. 

10 seeds/pkt Open Pollinated (Fresh, undried seed prestratified and delivered moist.  Sow immediately upon receipt.)

Note:  Curry leaf tree seeds are available in the US only, not internationally.

Note:  We are now out of stock on Curry Leaf Seeds until August to November 2010.  If you order this seed, we will automatically backorder it and keep your information on file until we ship seed from the new crop.  Your credit card will not be charged for this seed until we actually send it.  We will notify you when we are sending it, so that you can get ready.  If you are eager to get going with curry leaf tree, then please order the plants instead of the seed.  We are well stocked on plants and will begin shipping in April of 2010.  Richo