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Post by Idéfix Tue Apr 09, 2013 5:14 pm

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?
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Post by Petrichor Tue Apr 09, 2013 5:19 pm

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.

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Post by Idéfix Tue Apr 09, 2013 6:17 pm

Ahha, so I need to get into some exclusive desi circles, if only for a sapling.
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Post by Nila Tue Apr 09, 2013 7:07 pm

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.

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Post by Maria S Tue Apr 09, 2013 7:10 pm

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
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Post by Marathadi-Saamiyaar Tue Apr 09, 2013 7:33 pm

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.

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Post by Idéfix Tue Apr 09, 2013 7:59 pm

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?
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Post by b_A Tue Apr 09, 2013 8:10 pm

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.

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Post by Marathadi-Saamiyaar Tue Apr 09, 2013 8:13 pm

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.

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