Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
latipes
ID:
608767

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Swingle) Tanaka

Source:
cmp

Year:
1929

Citation Micro:
Stud. Citrol. 2: 155 (1929)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000608099

Common Names

  • Latipes citrus
  • Citrus latipes
  • Citrus latipes var. latipes

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Synonyms

  • Citrus ichangensis latipes Swingle [unknown]

Description

Citrus latipes (also called 'Kaffir Lime', among many other common names) is a species of citrus native to Southeast Asia. It is a small evergreen tree, with fragrant leaves and small white flowers. The fruits are small and round, with a yellowish-green skin. It grows in tropical and subtropical climates, in humid and well-drained soils.

Uses & Benefits

Citrus latipes is used for its edible fruits and as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Citrus latipes 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 latipes is a perennial shrub or small tree that can be propagated by cuttings or air layering. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It is tolerant of drought and can tolerate temperatures down to 10°F (-12°C). It can be grown from seed, but it is slow to establish and may not flower for several years.

Where to Find Citrus latipes

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

Citrus latipes FAQ

What is the scientific name of Citrus latipes?

Citrus latipes

What type of plant is Citrus latipes?

Fruit tree

Where is Citrus latipes 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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2724170: Based on the initial data import
Chōzaburō Tanaka (1885-1976): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Tanaka' in the authors string.
Walter Tennyson Swingle (1871-1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Swingle' in the authors string.