Murraya Plant

The Murraya plant is a popular ornamental and medicinal shrub, commonly known as Orange Jasmine, Kamini, or Mock Orange. It belongs to the Rutaceae family (the same family as citrus plants).

🌿 General Information:

• Scientific Name: Murraya paniculata

• Common Names: Kamini, Orange Jasmine, Mock Orange, Chinese Box

• Family: Rutaceae

• Type: Evergreen shrub or small tree

🌱 Characteristics:

• Height: Usually 2–7 meters (can be pruned into a hedge or grown as a bonsai).

• Leaves: Glossy, dark green, compound leaves.

• Flowers: Small, white, fragrant (jasmine-like smell), blooming throughout the year.

• Fruits: Small red/orange berries, attractive to birds.

🌸 Uses:

• Ornamental: Grown as a hedge, boundary plant, or ornamental shrub due to dense foliage and fragrant flowers.

• Medicinal: Traditionally used in Ayurveda and folk medicine for relief from pain, inflammation, and digestive issues.

• Air Purification: Helps improve air quality around homes and gardens.

• Bonsai: Popular choice for bonsai enthusiasts.

🌞 Growing Conditions:

• Light: Prefers full sun to partial shade.

• Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil.

• Watering: Regular watering, but avoid waterlogging.

• Climate: Thrives in tropical and subtropical climates.

• Maintenance: Can be pruned into hedges or shaped into topiary.