Family: Rutaceae
(roo-TAY-see-ee) Genus: Citrus (SIT-rus) Species: microcarpa (my-kro-KAR-puh) Synonym:X Citrofortunella microcarpa Synonym:X Citrofortunella mitis Synonym:Citrus mitis
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Category Edible Fruits and NutsTrees Tropicals and Tender Perennials Water Requirements Requires consistently moist soil; do not let dry out between wateringsSun Exposure Full SunFoliage EvergreenSmooth Foliage Color UnknownHeight 12-15 ft. (3.6-4.7 m)15-20 ft. (4.7-6 m) 20-30 ft. (6-9 m) Spacing 12-15 ft. (3.6-4.7 m)Hardiness USDA Zone 10a: to -1.1 °C (30 °F)USDA Zone 10b: to 1.7 °C (35 °F) USDA Zone 11: above 4.5 °C (40 °F) |
Where to Grow Suitable for growing in containersDanger N/ABloom Color White/Near WhiteBloom Characteristics This plant is attractive to bees, butterflies and/or birdsFlowers are fragrant Bloom Size UnknownBloom Time Late Winter/Early SpringOther details UnknownSoil pH requirements UnknownPatent Information Non-patentedPropagation Methods From semi-hardwood cuttingsBy grafting By air layering Seed Collecting Allow unblemished fruit to ripen; clean and dry seeds |