Plants in genus citrus
Citrus hystrix
Citrus hystrix, or Kaffir lime, is a dwarf citrus tree known for its culinary uses in Southeast Asian cuisines. It features double-lobed, dark green leaves and bumpy green limes, thriving in full sun and well-drained soil.
Citrus aurantium 'Kishu'
Citrus aurantium 'Kishu' is a seedless mandarin with small, easily peeled fruit and glossy evergreen foliage. It produces fragrant white blossoms and is suitable for container growing. This plant requires full sun and protection from cold, making it ideal for indoor or outdoor cultivation.
Citrus limon 'Genoa'
Citrus limon 'Genoa', also known as the Antique Italian Lemon, is a shrub-like plant with dense foliage and vigorous growth. It produces fragrant white blossoms and juicy, flavorful fruit with high oil content in the rind, making it ideal for container planting.
Citrus japonica 'Meiwa'
Citrus japonica 'Meiwa' is the sweetest sour kumquat, known for its small, edible fruit that can be eaten whole, including the rind and seeds. This self-pollinating tree ripens around Thanksgiving and is exceptionally hardy for a citrus plant. 'Meiwa' grows well in containers and prefers acidic soil, making it a versatile choice for ornamental and edible purposes. It features fragrant white flowers and requires protection from cold in colder areas.
Citrus aurantium 'Robertson'
Citrus aurantium 'Robertson' is a naturally dwarf, bushy shrub-like tree with glossy broadleaf evergreen foliage and fragrant white blossoms. It performs well in cooler summer areas and produces a heavy yield of large, sweet fruit. This plant thrives in full sun and prefers acidic, well-drained soil.
Citrus aurantium 'Tarocco'
Citrus aurantium 'Tarocco' is a variety of Blood Orange known for its bright orange skin and red interior. It is considered the sweetest and juiciest of its kind, with fragrant white blossoms and glossy evergreen foliage. This drought-tolerant plant can be grown in containers in colder climates.
Citrus limon 'Lisbon'
Citrus limon 'Lisbon' is a classic lemon tree known for its year-round production of juicy, easy-to-peel lemons with smooth skin. This tree can grow between 10 to 15 feet tall and 4 to 6 feet wide, making it suitable for both indoor and outdoor cultivation. It prefers full sun and slightly acidic, well-drained soil, and is noted for its cold resistance. Regular fertilization is required to maintain its health and productivity. The 'Lisbon' lemon is a versatile plant that can adapt to various growing conditions, providing a continuous supply of fresh lemons.
Citrus aurantium 'Clementine'
Citrus aurantium 'Clementine' is a seedless variety known for its sweet and juicy flavor. It produces fragrant white spring blooms and glossy broadleaf evergreen leaves. This plant requires full sun and acidic, well-drained soil, making it a delightful choice for citrus enthusiasts.
Citrus latifolia 'Bearss'
Citrus latifolia 'Bearss', also known as the Bearss Lime, is a broadleaved evergreen tree that is a heavy producer of fruit. It is fast-growing, with fruit ripening in winter and early spring. The tree features dark-green evergreen foliage and fragrant white flowers, and it is nearly thornless. It prefers full sun and well-drained, slightly acidic soil, and can be grown in containers.
Citrus aurantium 'Moro'
Citrus aurantium 'Moro' is a citrus tree known for its deep red, seedless fruit high in Vitamin C and potassium. It requires full sun and well-drained acidic soil. This mid-season variety has a long hang time and low moisture needs.
Citrus aurantium 'Super Nova'
Citrus aurantium 'Super Nova' is a seedless, self-pollinating citrus tree developed in 1966 in Florida. It grows 12 to 15 feet tall and thrives in full sun with well-drained soil.
Citrus aurantium 'Tango'
Citrus aurantium 'Tango' is a seedless variety of citrus known for its juicy and flavorful fruit that matures in January. This plant is pollinator-friendly, thrives in containers, and requires full sun and well-draining soil, making it a low-maintenance choice for citrus lovers.
Citrus aurantium 'Fukamoto'
Citrus aurantium 'Fukamoto' is a citrus tree known for its juicy, sweet, seedless fruit that ripens from October to December. It features fragrant white flowers and lush evergreen foliage, making it suitable for both indoor and outdoor container growing. This tree thrives in full sun and well-drained acidic soil, tolerating high heat and requiring minimal moisture once established.
Citrus maxima 'Valentine'
Citrus maxima 'Valentine' is a cross between a Pummelo and a Blood Orange, known for its deep red, sweet-tart flesh. This fruit ripens around February 14, making it a timely addition to Valentine's Day celebrations. It is a heavy-bearing plant that requires full sun and low moisture once established. It thrives in acidic, well-drained soil and can be grown in containers in colder climates.
Citrus aurantium 'Shiranui'
Citrus aurantium 'Shiranui' is a citrus plant known for its intensely sweet flavor and easy-to-peel segments. This natural hybrid of Satsuma Mandarin and Navel Orange features a distinctive 'topknot' bump and rarely produces seeds. It thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, tolerating high heat and requiring regular watering during fruit development. Suitable for zones 9 and 10, it can be grown in containers and is deer resistant.
Citrus aurantium 'Pixie'
Citrus aurantium 'Pixie' is a compact, seedless citrus tree known for its sweet, juicy, deep orange fruit. It has an upright evergreen growth habit and is suitable for both indoor and outdoor cultivation. This tree requires full sun and well-drained, slightly acidic soil, with moderate moisture needs. It is hardy in USDA zones 9-10 when planted in the ground and zones 4-10 when grown in containers. 'Pixie' is ideal for those looking for a low-maintenance fruit tree with a long harvest season.
Citrus maxima
Citrus maxima, known as the world's largest citrus fruit, offers a sweet grapefruit flavor with a tart finish. It features a thick, vibrant green rind and fragrant white blossoms. This broadleaf evergreen grows in USDA zones 9 to 11 and can be cultivated indoors in colder zones. It requires full sun and well-drained, acidic soil, making it a unique addition to citrus collections.
Citrus trifoliata
Citrus trifoliata, also known as the hardy orange, is a natural bonsai with a dwarf and contorted form, featuring fissured bark and a windswept appearance. It is winter hardy and challenging to propagate, making it a unique choice for bonsai enthusiasts.
Citrus aurantium 'Cara Cara'
Citrus aurantium 'Cara Cara' is an evergreen citrus tree known for its juicy, sweet red-fleshed oranges with a berry-like flavor. The fruit is low in acid and almost seedless, making it a delightful addition to any garden. This tree thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, with fragrant white blossoms adding to its appeal. It is suitable for pots and containers, with low moisture needs once established.
Citrus limon 'Variegated Pink'
Citrus limon 'Variegated Pink' is a unique lemon variety with variegated green, white, and yellow foliage. It bears striped green and yellow fruit with pink flesh and fragrant pinkish-white flowers. Hardy in zones 9-11, it thrives in full sun and well-drained, acidic soil, making it a suitable container plant in colder climates.
Citrus australasica
Citrus australasica, also known as finger lime, is a unique fruit native to Australia, characterized by its short, green cylindrical shape and caviar-like prills that burst with lime flavor. This natural dwarf can be grown as a shrub or tree and is suitable for indoor pots. It thrives in partial shade, requires acidic soil, and is adapted to a wide range of climates. The plant's thorns make it suitable as a barrier plant, and it features evergreen foliage with fragrant blooms.
Citrus maxima 'Chandler'
Citrus maxima 'Chandler' is a large grapefruit relative with a smooth, glossy yellow rind and sweet, deep pink to red pulp. This evergreen plant features fragrant white blooms and is suitable for containers both indoors and outdoors. It requires full sun and well-drained acidic soil.
Citrus aurantium 'Dancy'
Citrus aurantium 'Dancy' is a compact citrus tree known for its sweet, easily peeled fruit and fragrant, waxy white flowers. The juicy red-orange flesh ripens around December, making it a popular choice for Chinese New Year celebrations. This evergreen tree is suitable for container growing and requires full sun and well-drained acidic soil. It is one of the oldest citrus varieties in the U.S. and needs regular fertilization and pruning after fruiting. Cold protection is necessary in borderline zones.
Citrus limon 'Santa Teresa'
Citrus limon 'Santa Teresa' is a classic lemon variety known for its low seed count and high juice content. This evergreen tree reaches 8-12 feet tall and thrives in full sun and well-drained soil. It is suitable for container growth and produces fragrant white blooms.
Citrus aurantiifolia
Citrus aurantiifolia, commonly known as the true lime, is a fragrant, ornamental tree with purple-tinged flower buds that open to waxy white blooms. Its smaller, sweeter fruit is ideal for culinary uses, and the tree thrives in full sun with well-drained, slightly acidic soil. This lime variety is perfect for container planting in colder climates.
Citrus aurantium 'Smith Red'
Citrus aurantium 'Smith Red' is a unique citrus variety with deep red flesh and a Valencia Orange flavor. It produces medium-sized fruit with a huge late-winter harvest and fragrant white blossoms. This plant thrives in full sun with low water usage and well-drained soil.
Citrus aurantium 'Valencia'
Citrus aurantium 'Valencia' is a compact evergreen citrus tree known for its sweet, succulent fruit with few seeds. It features glossy oval leaves and white blossoms in spring, producing fruit from late spring to early winter. This tree thrives in full sun and well-drained, acidic soil.
Citrus aurantium 'Page'
Citrus aurantium 'Page' is a hybrid citrus tree resulting from a cross between Minneola Tangelo and Clementine Mandarin. It produces deep orange, sweet, and juicy fruit with a thin, easy-to-peel rind. The tree is evergreen with shiny, dark green leaves and fragrant white blossoms. It requires full sun and well-drained soil, with low moisture needs once established. The fruit has a long hang time on the tree, up to four months, making it a prolific producer.
Citrus medica
Citrus medica, a lime-like citrus tree from Japan, is a cross between a Mandarin and a Lime, prized for its juice over the rind. This evergreen tree features fragrant white blossoms and glossy green leaves, making it an attractive addition to gardens. The fruit is smaller, juicier, and less seedy than Yuzu, with a distinctive spicy aroma reminiscent of lime, pepper, dill, and cumin. Citrus medica is best harvested when green, about the size of a Ping-Pong ball, and is used to flavor soups, fish dishes, and Matsutake mushrooms. This tree requires full sun, with at least 6 hours of direct sunlight, and prefers well-drained, slightly acidic soil. It can be grown in containers or in-ground, with cold protection needed in colder areas. Its unique flavor and aromatic qualities make it a popular choice for culinary enthusiasts and gardeners alike.