Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
neocaledonica
ID:
608848

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

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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.

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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 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,