Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
australis
ID:
608616

Status:
valid

Authors:
Planch.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1858

Citation Micro:
Hort. Donat. : 18 (1858)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000607948

Common Names

  • Australis citrus
  • Citrus australis
  • Citrus australis var. australis

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Synonyms

  • Limonia australis Mudie [unknown]
  • Microcitrus australis Swingle [unknown]
  • Citrus planchonii F.Muell. [unknown]

Description

Citrus australis (also called Australian wild orange, 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 australis 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 australis 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 australis 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 australis

Citrus australis can be found in Australia, New Zealand, and New Caledonia.

Citrus australis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Citrus australis?

Citrus australis

What is the common name of Citrus australis?

Australian Wild Lime

What is the natural habitat of Citrus australis?

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