Citrus glauca - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Lindl.) Burkill
Source:
cmp
Year:
1932
Citation Micro:
Gard. Bull. Straits Settlem. 5(Index): 3 (1932)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000608023
Common Names
- Glauca citrus
- Citrus glauca
- Citrus glauca var. glauca
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- Atalantia glauca Benth. & Hook.f. [unknown]
- Atalantia glauca inermis F.M.Bailey [unknown]
- Eremocitrus glauca Swingle [unknown]
- Triphasia glauca Lindl. [unknown]
Description
Citrus glauca (also called Desert 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 glauca 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 glauca 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Citrus glauca is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 4 m tall. It is native to tropical Africa, from Sudan to Angola. It is usually propagated from seed, but can also be propagated from cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -2°C.
Where to Find Citrus glauca
Citrus glauca can be found in India, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, and Pakistan.
Citrus glauca FAQ
What is the scientific name of Citrus glauca?
Citrus glauca
What type of plant is Citrus glauca?
Fruit tree
Where is Citrus glauca native to?
Southeast Asia
Species in the Citrus genus
Citrus assamensis, Citrus aurantium, Citrus australasica, Citrus australis, Citrus cavaleriei, Citrus deliciosa, Citrus garrawayi, Citrus glauca, Citrus gracilis, Citrus halimii, Citrus hystrix, Citrus indica, Citrus inodora, Citrus japonica, Citrus khasya, Citrus latipes, Citrus maxima, Citrus medica, Citrus neocaledonica, Citrus oxanthera, Citrus polyandra, Citrus polytrifolia, Citrus swinglei, Citrus trifoliata, Citrus undulata, Citrus warburgina, Citrus wintersii, Citrus lucida, Citrus wakonai, Citrus limon, Citrus aurantiifolia, Citrus aurantiaca,
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
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2724098: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.
Isaac Henry Burkill (1870-1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Burkill' in the authors string.