Status:
valid
Authors:
Markovitch
Source:
cmp
Year:
1930
Citation Micro:
Trudy Prikl. Bot. 24(4): 434, 439 (1930)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000608089
Common Names
- Khasya citrus
- Citrus khasya
- Citrus khasya var. khasya
Description
Citrus khasya (also called Khasi Citrus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rutaceae family. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of India and Southeast Asia. It grows in a variety of habitats, including forests, grasslands, and scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Citrus khasya 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 khasya has white flowers with yellow centers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a light green color.
Cultivation and Propagation
Citrus khasya 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 khasya
Citrus khasya is native to India and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world.
Citrus khasya FAQ
What is the scientific name of Citrus khasya?
Citrus khasya
What type of plant is Citrus khasya?
Fruit tree
Where is Citrus khasya 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,