Status:
valid
Authors:
Guillaumin
Source:
cmp
Year:
1913
Citation Micro:
Notul. Syst. (Paris) 2: 129, 406 (1913)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000608180
Common Names
- Neocaledonica Citrus
- Citrus neocaledonica
- Neocaledonica Citrus
Synonyms
- Oxanthera neocaledonica Tanaka [unknown]
Description
Citrus neocaledonica (also called 'New Caledonian Citron', 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 neocaledonica is used for its edible fruits and as an ornamental plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Citrus neocaledonica has white flowers with yellow centers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a light green color.
Cultivation and Propagation
Citrus neocaledonica is a small, evergreen tree that is native to New Caledonia. It is propagated by seed or cuttings and prefers well-drained, sandy soil in full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost.
Where to Find Citrus neocaledonica
Citrus neocaledonica is native to New Caledonia and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world.
Citrus neocaledonica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Citrus neocaledonica?
Citrus neocaledonica
What is the common name of Citrus neocaledonica?
New Caledonian Citron
What is the origin of Citrus neocaledonica?
New Caledonia
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,