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Citrafortunella mitis


Calamondin Orange, Panama Orange




Family
Rutaceae
Genus
Citrafortunella
Species
mitis
Category
Perennials, Tropicals
Type
Tree (evergreen), Shrub (evergreen)
USDA Hardiness Zone
9 - 10
Canadian Hardiness Zone
Requires cold season protection under glass.
RHS Hardiness Zone
H2 - H4
Temperature (°C)
-10 - 5
Temperature (°F)
14 - 41
Height
1.5 m
Spread
1 m
Photographs
Description and Growing Information
Flowering Period
General Description
Dwarf citrus plant that originated from crossbreeding a kumquat with a tangerine. It is always either in flower or bearing fruit.
Landscape
A fine container subject for poolside pots, patios or decks, and a very good focal point in the herb garden.
Cultivation
Grows best in full sun with moist, well-drained soil.
Leaf Description
Oblong to oval in shape.
Flower Description
Fragrant, with 5 petals.
Fruit Description
Fruits resemble small oranges, have a sour taste, and ripen in July.
Colour Description
Leaves are dark green, flowers are white and fruit are orange.
Notable Specimens
Centennial Conservatory, Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada.
Propagation
By seed or cuttings.
Ethnobotanical Uses (Disclaimer)
Used in preserves such as marmalade and in Southeast Asian dishes.
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