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Identity & Botany
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Canonical name | Curry Leaf |
| Scientific name | Murraya koenigii |
| Family / Genus | Rutaceae / — |
| Produce category | Herb |
| FSMA 204 covered? | No |
| AGROVOC URI | c_2004 |
Source: GDF v2.1.1 s01_identity. External: FAO AGROVOC.
Varieties
Estimated commercial varieties: 4.
| Variety | Market share | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Standard Curry Leaf | 75% | The most common and widely available commercial type. Features medium-sized, highly aromatic leaves with a characteristic pungent, slightly citrusy flavor. |
| Gamthi Curry Leaf | 15% | Highly prized for its exceptionally strong, intense aroma and flavor. Leaves are often slightly smaller and darker green than the standard type. Popular in traditional Indian cuisine. |
| Dwarf Curry Leaf | 7% | Characterized by its compact growth habit and smaller leaves, making it suitable for container gardening. Flavor and aroma are similar to the standard type, though sometimes perceived as slightly mild |
| Large Leaf Curry Leaf | 3% | Features noticeably larger leaves compared to the standard type. Aroma and flavor are generally good, though some connoisseurs might find it slightly less intense than Gamthi. |
Source: GDF v2.1.1 s04_varieties.variety_summaries.
Post-Harvest Handling
Temperature
- Chilling injury threshold: 41°F.
- Freezing point: 31.1°F. Hard limit.
- Handling urgency: 4 / 5.
Ethylene
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Production class | very_low |
| Sensitivity class | very_low |
| Climacteric? | No |
Agent note: Curry leaf is a non-climacteric herb with very low ethylene production and sensitivity.
Mixed-load compatibility
Ethylene-sensitive, odor-emitting
Operational flags
- Can be top-iced? No
- Light-sensitive? No
Source: GDF v2.1.1 s07_harvest_post_harvest.
Market Intelligence
Demand
Growing
Elasticity
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Price elasticity | -0.7 |
| Income elasticity | 0.8 |
| Organic premium elasticity | -1.2 |
Pack sizes
- 0.5 oz
- 1 oz
- 2 oz
- 4 oz
- 8 oz
- 1 lb
- 5 lb bulk
Source: GDF v2.1.1 s09_market_intelligence.
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