Murraya koenigii
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Petrichor
Idéfix
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Murraya koenigii
I want a karivepaku tree in the backyard. Curry leaves don't keep long in the refrigerator, and it is hard to buy just the right amount so you never run out nor have them rot. It will be perfect to have a tree in the yard to pluck leaves from whenever needed. I asked a couple of local nurseries about it, and nobody seems to have saplings or seeds of this tree. Does anyone here have this tree? If so how did you get it? Does it survive in temperate conditions like in the Bay Area?
Idéfix- Posts : 8808
Join date : 2012-04-26
Location : Berkeley, CA
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This is a closely-guarded network of sistah-hood secret: the saplings are cut from fancy family rooms in leafy neighborhoods of mcmansions and passed along, with direct eye contact and an endearing ILU-look. The plant is then placed indoors at a suitable corner with the right level of light, warmth and water. Do not measure the hosts next time by their Picasso reprints - focus on their indoor plants.
Petrichor- Posts : 1725
Join date : 2012-04-10
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Ahha, so I need to get into some exclusive desi circles, if only for a sapling.
Idéfix- Posts : 8808
Join date : 2012-04-26
Location : Berkeley, CA
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Oh we get that in desi stores all the time for about $20. But, there is this myth associated with that tree -"The tree will yield goodness only to one of the kith among the siblings" (something like that) My aunt cut the tree off coz her youngest son's wedding wasn't happening and after she got rid of the tree he got married. They say the tree kinda mommy's one of the kids from the household and makes sure that kid gets all good and none else.
That is the reason many households back then used to grow only mango, guava, gooseberries, papaya, lemon, and orange trees. Even in farm houses you wouldn't see much of the curry leaves tree.
That is the reason many households back then used to grow only mango, guava, gooseberries, papaya, lemon, and orange trees. Even in farm houses you wouldn't see much of the curry leaves tree.
Nila- Posts : 1485
Join date : 2011-05-03
Age : 46
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You can do that..or buy a small curry potted plant, and it's inexpensive. And it does not take much effort to take care of it! It will grow quickly into a small tree (have to do some repotting as needed) and they thrive.
Only when the weather becomes cold you have to bring it indoors..otherwise you can leave it in a greenhouse, outdoors where it can get sunlight..during warm(er) weather.
I was curious to see if we can order them on line..and there are apparently many places one can order from..seems reasonably priced..*have not ordered..so don't know how reliable they are:
https://www.horizonherbs.com/product.asp?specific=1770
Only when the weather becomes cold you have to bring it indoors..otherwise you can leave it in a greenhouse, outdoors where it can get sunlight..during warm(er) weather.
I was curious to see if we can order them on line..and there are apparently many places one can order from..seems reasonably priced..*have not ordered..so don't know how reliable they are:
https://www.horizonherbs.com/product.asp?specific=1770
Maria S- Posts : 2879
Join date : 2011-12-31
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Idéfix wrote:I want a karivepaku tree in the backyard. Curry leaves don't keep long in the refrigerator, and it is hard to buy just the right amount so you never run out nor have them rot. It will be perfect to have a tree in the yard to pluck leaves from whenever needed. I asked a couple of local nurseries about it, and nobody seems to have saplings or seeds of this tree. Does anyone here have this tree? If so how did you get it? Does it survive in temperate conditions like in the Bay Area?
Karivepaku trees will survive only in hot weather. Not in the Bay area. move to Hawaii or south of I-10.
Marathadi-Saamiyaar- Posts : 17675
Join date : 2011-04-30
Age : 110
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Thanks for all the responses! So I guess I should do potted, and move it indoors in the coldest winter months.
Ekadasi, are you talking about desi grocery stores in the Bay Area?
Ekadasi, are you talking about desi grocery stores in the Bay Area?
Idéfix- Posts : 8808
Join date : 2012-04-26
Location : Berkeley, CA
Re: Murraya koenigii
There is an even simpler way.Buy the karivepaku ( not the tree :-) ) from the desi store and store it in a small airtight container and place it in the refrigerator. It will remain fresh for 3-4 weeks. Much simpler than maintaining the tree and all that.
This applies to all the leafy vegetables that are stored in the refrigerator.
This applies to all the leafy vegetables that are stored in the refrigerator.
b_A- Posts : 1642
Join date : 2011-05-08
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Idéfix wrote:Thanks for all the responses! So I guess I should do potted, and move it indoors in the coldest winter months.
Ekadasi, are you talking about desi grocery stores in the Bay Area?
okie...go ahead listen to Ms. Obuttu.
Marathadi-Saamiyaar- Posts : 17675
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Age : 110
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