Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
warburgina
ID:
608993

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.M.Bailey

Source:
cmp

Year:
1901

Citation Micro:
Contr. Fl. Brit. N. Guin. : 1 (1901)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000608325

Common Names

  • Citrus warburgina
  • Warburgina Citrus
  • Citrus Warburgina

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Synonyms

  • Microcitrus warburgiana Tanaka [unknown]

Description

Citrus warburgina (also called Warburg Citrus, among many other common names) is a species of citrus native to India. It is a small, evergreen tree with glossy, dark green leaves and fragrant white flowers. The fruit is small, yellow-green, and has a sweet-tart taste. Citrus warburgina is found in tropical and subtropical regions of India, growing in open woodlands and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Citrus warburgina is used in cooking, as a flavoring agent, and for its essential oils. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including digestive issues, skin conditions, and infections.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Citrus warburgina are white, with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and dark green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Citrus warburgina 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 warburgina

Citrus warburgina can be found in India, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka.

Citrus warburgina FAQ

What is the scientific name of Citrus warburgina?

Citrus warburgina

What is the common name of Citrus warburgina?

Warburgina

What is the natural habitat of Citrus warburgina?

Tropical and subtropical forests

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