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Calamondin

It belongs to the family Rutaceae, hailing from South- East Asia. It is an evergreen plant with white scented flowers and ornamental, round, orange fruits, which are not edible. It prefers sunny places and frequent watering.

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Botanical name

Botanical name

Citrus Mitis
Common name

Common name

Calamondin
Variety

Variety

Flower colour

Flower colour

White
Temperature

Temperature

min 5°
Exposure

Exposure

Sunny or partial shade
Watering needs

Watering needs

Medium
Blooming

Blooming

Summer (fructification in winter)
Availability

Availability

January-June
Disponibilità

January, February, March, April, May, June
Esposizione

Full sun, Half shade
Fioritura

Summer
Necessità Idrica

Average

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