Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
australasica
ID:
608614

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.Muell.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1858

Citation Micro:
Fragm. 1: 26 (1858)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000607946

Common Names

  • Australasica citrus
  • Citrus australasica
  • Citrus australasica var. australasica

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Synonyms

  • Citrus australasica sanguinea F.M.Bailey [unknown]
  • Microcitrus australasica Swingle [unknown]
  • Microcitrus australasica sanguinea (Bailey) Swingle [unknown]

Description

Citrus australasica (also called Australian wild lime, among many other common names) is a species of citrus native to Australia. It is an evergreen shrub or small tree with glossy leaves and fragrant white flowers. It is found in tropical and subtropical areas.

Uses & Benefits

Citrus australasica is used for its essential oils which are used in aromatherapy, perfumes, and cosmetics. The fruit is also used in traditional medicine to treat digestive disorders, fever, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Citrus australasica has white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are dark green with round, serrated leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Citrus australasica is a slow-growing, evergreen tree that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-draining soil. Water regularly, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.

Where to Find Citrus australasica

Citrus australasica is native to Australia and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests. It is a shrub or small tree and can be found growing in open areas.

Citrus australasica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Citrus australasica?

Citrus australasica

What is the common name of Citrus australasica?

Australian Finger Lime

What is the natural habitat of Citrus australasica?

Tropical and subtropical forests

Species in the Rutaceae family

Acmadenia alternifolia, Acmadenia argillophila, Acmadenia baileyensis, Acmadenia bodkinii, Acmadenia burchellii, Acmadenia candida, Acmadenia densifolia, Acmadenia faucitincta, Acmadenia flaccida, Acmadenia fruticosa, Acmadenia gracilis, Acmadenia heterophylla, Acmadenia kiwanensis, Acmadenia latifolia, Acmadenia laxa, Acmadenia macradenia, Acmadenia macropetala, Acmadenia maculata, Acmadenia matroosbergensis, Acmadenia mundiana, Acmadenia nivea, Acmadenia nivenii, Acmadenia obtusata, Acmadenia patentifolia, Acmadenia rourkeana, Acmadenia rupicola, Acmadenia sheilae, Acmadenia tenax, Acmadenia teretifolia, Acmadenia tetracarpellata, Acmadenia tetragona, Acmadenia trigona, Acmadenia tenax, Acmadenia argillophila, Acmadenia macradenia, Acmadenia teretifolia, Acmadenia wittebergensis, Acradenia euodiiformis, Acradenia frankliniae, Acronychia richards-beehleri, Acronychia aberrans, Acronychia acidula, Acronychia acronychioides, Acronychia acuminata, Acronychia arfakensis, Acronychia baeuerlenii, Acronychia brassii, Acronychia carrii, Acronychia cartilaginea, Acronychia chooreechillum,

References