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The Mexican Lime presumably originates from the Malayan archipelago or India but is has been known for centuries in many tropical regions like the Florida Keys, where it is being regarded as native. Hence its common names ‘Key Lime’, ‘Mexican Lime’ o … The Mexican Lime presumably...
The Bitter Orange (Citrus aurantium) is native to southern vietnam. It grows as a compact, well branched, medium-sized thorny shrub or tree with glossy, dark green leaves. Grafted on 1.8- 2.5 m high stems, they are popular trees for alleys in mediter … The Bitter Orange (Citrus aurantium)...
The original Lemon from which the Lemon ‘Lunario’ has been selected by cultivation originates from South China and Burma/ Myanmar. ‘Lunario’ grows vigorous and quickly, its branches are upright to broad with only few thorns. Regular pruning helps lim … The original Lemon from which the...
The origin of the citron ‘Buddha’s Hand’ (Citrus medica 'Digitata', Citrus medica var. sarcodactylis) is most likely East- or South- East Asia. It still is very common in China and Japan where it is used for religious ceremonies. Not surprisingly, si … The origin of the citron ‘Buddha’s...
The variety ‘Star Ruby’ with its red fruit pulp grows well branched and robust. By the weight of the fruits, the branches often bend down at the tip. There is only little to no fluff at all on leaves and twigs (influence of grapefuit). The flowers ar … The variety ‘Star Ruby’ with its red...
The Mandarin Orange (Citrus reticulata) is native to South- East Asia (e.g. Philippines) and naturally develops a very compact, densely leaved crown with oblong- narrow leaves. It is a robust citrus that will even grow well in a cool place. In contra … The Mandarin Orange (Citrus...
‘Washington Navel’ oranges presumably came from Brasil to California in 1873. Its growth is - typical for oranges- compact, its leaves have little wings and are dark green. The flowers show mainly in early summer and reach a size of 2-3 cm. They are … ‘Washington Navel’ oranges presumably...
The Oval Kumquat (Fortunella margarita) with its elongated fruits is without doubt the most common Kumquat. Originally, it is native to South- China. Its characteristic features: small, compact and intensely branched shrubs with tapered, dark green, … The Oval Kumquat (Fortunella...
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