Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
inodora
ID:
608740

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.M.Bailey

Source:
cmp

Year:
1889

Citation Micro:
Botany of the Bellenden-Ker Expedition (in Meston: Report of the Government Scientific Expedition to Bellenden-Ker Range) 1889

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000608072

Common Names

  • Inodora citrus
  • Citrus inodora
  • Citrus inodora var. inodora

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Synonyms

  • Microcitrus maideniana (Domin) Swingle [unknown]
  • Microcitrus inodora Swingle [unknown]
  • Pleurocitrus inodora (F.M.Bailey) Tanaka [unknown]
  • Citrus maideniana Domin [unknown]

Description

Citrus inodora (also called Odorless wild orange, among many other common names) is a species of citrus native to Southeast Asia. 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 inodora 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 inodora has white flowers with yellow centers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Citrus inodora 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 inodora

Citrus inodora is native to India and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world.

Citrus inodora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Citrus inodora?

Citrus inodora

What type of plant is Citrus inodora?

Fruit tree

Where is Citrus inodora native to?

Southeast Asia

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