Status:
valid
Authors:
Mabb.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1998
Citation Micro:
Telopea 7: 342 (1998)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000608330
Common Names
- Citrus wintersii
- Wintersii Citrus
- Citrus Wintersii
Synonyms
- Microcitrus papuana Winters [unknown]
Description
Citrus wintersii (also called Winter's 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 wintersii is found in tropical and subtropical regions of India, growing in open woodlands and along roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Citrus wintersii 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 wintersii are white, with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and dark green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Citrus wintersii 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 wintersii
Citrus wintersii can be found in India, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka.
Citrus wintersii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Citrus wintersii?
Citrus wintersii
What is the common name of Citrus wintersii?
Wintersii
What is the natural habitat of Citrus wintersii?
Tropical and subtropical forests
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,