I am an elegant large shrub or small tree with smooth, shiny, pungent foliage which is a key ingredient in Indian cuisines.
My leaves have a distinct volatile curry flavour when fresh which is how they are best used in cooking.
I produce creamy white flowers during the summer that are followed by red berries which mature to black in autumn. (Note: the berries are poisonous and should not be eaten.)
Ornamentally my foliage is a feature and responds well to pruning allowing me to be a useful screen.
Caution: Seeds harmful if eaten
I am popular and will make you happy because...
My fresh leaves are an essential ingredient in many Asian dishes imparting a warm smoky flavour
I am fast growing with a naturally dense even form making me ideal for screening and hedging
Adaptable I am just as happy growing in a pot or other container as I am planted out in the garden
Features
I thrive in full sun to part shade
Height: 4m Width: 3m(Can be kept trimmed to Height: 1m Width: 1m)(Size at point of sale approx. 50cm including pot)
I need minimal water once established but perform at my best in consistently moist soils
I perform well in most soils but do best in those that are free draining and fertile
Plant features
Fruiting / edible
Heat tolerant
Cream / White flowers
Green foliage
Flowers Jan-Feb, Dec
Plant me:
- In pots and other containers
- As a hedge or screening plant
Tips for success
Remove flowers after they fade to prevent seed development
Plant at least 0.3m apart.
Choose a full sun to partly shaded position.
Water regularly while establishing, then check soil moisture before watering.
Enjoy the fragrant foliage or flowers.
Choose whether you are planting in the garden or a pot to receive guidance built from this plant's light, water, habit and use information.
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