Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
wakonai
ID:
749628

Status:
valid

Authors:
P.I.Forst. & M.W.Sm.

Source:
ksu

Year:
2010

Citation Micro:
Austrobaileya 8: 134 (2010)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000748961

Common Names

  • Citrus Wakonai
  • Wakonai Citrus
  • Wakonai Orange

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Description

Citrus wakonai (also called Wakonai Citrus, among many other common names) is an evergreen tree that grows up to 15 m tall. It is native to Japan and is found in moist, tropical forests. It has simple, alternate leaves and white, tubular flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Citrus wakonai is a plant native to Japan. It is used in traditional Japanese medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headache, and stomach issues. It is also believed to have anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Citrus wakonai is white or yellowish, with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedling is small, with a single stem and two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Citrus wakonai is a citrus tree that is native to Japan. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a cold frame or in a pot with a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a pot with a well-drained soil mix. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Citrus wakonai

Citrus wakonai is native to Japan, and can be found in the subtropical forests of the region.

Citrus wakonai FAQ

What are the common names of Citrus wakonai?

Common names of Citrus wakonai include the Japanese citrus and Japanese orange.

What is the natural habitat of Citrus wakonai?

Citrus wakonai is native to Japan.

How big can Citrus wakonai grow?

Citrus wakonai can grow up to 20 feet tall.

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

Paul Irwin Forster (b.1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.I.Forst.' in the authors string.
M.W. Smith: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.W.Sm.' in the authors string.