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Bhrusanga patra

Local Name	:	Bhrusanga patra
Botanical Name	:	Murraya koenigii (L.) Spreng.
Common Name	:	Curry leaf
Family	:	Rutaceae
Distribution	:	It is widely cultivated and naturalized throughout India including Odisha. Native to the moist forests of India and Sri Lanka. It can also be found in Bangladesh and the Andaman Islands
Habit	:	Small tree
Short Description	:	It is a small evergreen tree native to India, reach heights from 6 to 20 feet tall.

Descriptions

It is a small to medium-sized tree. Leaves are compound, pinnate, and alternate. Each leaf consists of 11- 21 leaflets, which are small, glossy, and lanceolate in shape, with a characteristic strong aroma reminiscent of curry. Flowers are small, white, and fragrant, arranged in terminal clusters or corymbs. They have five petals and are bisexual. Fruits are small, round berries.

Flowering & Fruiting Period

March-August

Use(s)

It is a popular ingredient in Indian cuisine, while its ornamental value and ease of cultivation also make it a common choice for home gardens and landscaping.