Chiba University Matsudo/Kashiwa Campus Plant Database

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Details of genus: Citrofortunella [2284]

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Family: Rutaceae

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description_en: Hybrid genus of evergreen shrubs and trees, crosses of Citrus and Fortunella. The alternate, simple, leathery leaves may have narrow wings on the stalks. Saucer-shaped or shallowly cup-shaped, 5-petalled, waxy flowers are borne singly or in twos or threes from the leaf axils, and are followed by small, orange-like fruits. In frost-prone areas, grow in a cool or temperate greenhouse, or as houseplants; elsewhere, grow outdoors as specimen plants.

hardiness_en: Half hardy.

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propagation_en: Root semi-ripe cuttings in summer. Layer in early spring.

pests_en: Red spider mites and scale insects may be a problem.

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Update Information: Created: 2010-06-04 18:58; Updated: 2020-07-05 11:41

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SystemAccepted?Scientific nameJapanese nameInfra-familial classification# species
APG4 Rutaceae ミカン科 Show
PB2 Rutaceae ミカン科 Show
PB3 Rutaceae ミカン科 Show

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