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Nivel de cuidados

Media

Tipo de planta

Citrus shrub

Luz

Full sun

Luz en interior

Sol directo

Riego

Cada 5 a 10 días

Tamaño adulto

6 to 15 feet

Ritmo de crecimiento

Lento

Cuidados

Provide plenty of direct sunlight and ensure the soil drains well to prevent root rot. Watch for yellowing leaves which often signal overwatering or a need for citrus specific nutrients. Keep the plant protected from frost as it is quite sensitive to cold temperatures.

Riego

Water deeply when the top few inches of soil feel dry to the touch.

Abonado

Use a balanced citrus fertilizer during the active growing season.

Poda

Prune lightly in late winter to maintain shape and remove dead wood.

Trasplante

Repot when the roots begin to circle the bottom of the container.

Suelo

Well draining sandy loam

pH del suelo

6.0 to 7.0

Seguridad

Mascotas

This plant is generally considered non toxic to cats and dogs, though the essential oils in the rind can cause mild irritation if ingested.

Cómo identificarla

• Finger like yellow fruit segments
• Glossy evergreen ovate leaves
• Fragrant white and purple flowers
• Thorny branches on mature plants

Ciencia

Familia

Rutaceae

Género

Citrus

Orden

Sapindales

Clase

Magnoliopsida

Taxonomía cotejada con GBIF.