Lemon, Wild
- Product number: 819075.1
- Origin: East Asia
- Latin: Poncirus trifoliata
The only citrus that overwinters well in our climate! The spiky shrubs lose their leaves in winter and can tolerate temperatures down to -20°C. After the white (usually fragrant) blossoms, rather small fruits develop, turning from green to light orange: very sour! The peel is delicious in jams and the juice can be used very well in cooking and baking. Highly recommended, also for bonsai! This species is often used as rootstock for other citrus varieties. Strong results are also achieved with crosses between this winter king and other citruses.
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Latin: Poncirus trifoliata
Dutch: Citroen, Wilde
Also known as: Poncirus
English: Trifoliate Orange
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- Flower colour: White flowers
- Average growth height: More than 120 cm
- Attractive to insects:
- Annual or perennial: Perennial
- Hardy: Forst hardy
- Origin: East Asia
- Ease of cultivation: Moderate
- Latin: Poncirus trifoliata
- Dutch: Lemon, Wild
- Also known as: Poncirus
- English: Trifoliate Orange
