LIME - KASSIA
Botanical Name: Citrus microcarpaDescription
This unique fruit is grown by a local fruit collector. The flesh is bright orange inside the green skin. Used in dressing, marinades and as a colourful garnish. It look like a mandarin but tastes like a lime. The vigorous nature of the tree makes it ideal for using as a rootstock for grafting other citrus.
Plant Information or Specifications
Preferred Climate
Subtropical
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Max Height (when in the ground with good conditions)
1-2m, 2-5m
Plants required to Pollinate
1 (Self Pollinating)
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Can it Handle Frosts?
Likes Temps above 5deg, Sometimes, Yes
Amount of leaves in Winter?
All Leaves (Evergreen)
Quarantine Restrictions to these Areas
SA
Suitability in Pots
Yes, Yes with 35L+ Pot, No
Water Requirements
Frequent Watering, Moderate Watering
Is it a Dwarf Fruit Tree?
Can be pruned to 2m
Time to Fruit/Flower/Harvest
4-5 Years
Sun or Shade
Full (Sun:80%-100%)
Preferred Soil Type
Perfect Drainage (Sand/Volcanic), Good Drainage
Soil pH
Neutral (6.6-7.3pH)
Fruiting/Harvest Months
April, May, June, July, August, September
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