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Citrus australasica

Australian Finger Lime

Plant photo of: Citrus australasica
Information by: GardenSoft        Photographer: Amelia Herndon-Steen

 

Description

This small tree or large shrub is native to the east coast of Australia but now finding its way here! It can reach 20 ft tall and 16 ft wide but may take 15 years to do so. Evergreen leaves are aromatic and small. Watch out for long spines or thorns on these leaves! Flowers may be pink that fade to white during spring. Fruit is long and cylindrical, resembling fingers, from winter through spring. Fruit may be green, black, purple or red depending on cultivar. The pulp inside the fruit is edible and may be green, yellow or pink, with a citrus flavor. This citrus tree does best in full sun with well draining soil. Does not require much fertilizer compared to other citrus varieties.

 

Plant Type

Tree, Shrub

Height Range

12-25'

Flower Color

White

Flower Season

Spring

Leaf Color

Green

Bark Color

Grey

Fruit Color

Black, Green, Purple, Red

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full

Water

Medium

Growth Rate

Slow

Soil Type

Clay, Loam

Soil Condition

Rich, Well-drained, Moist

Soil pH

Acid, Neutral

Adverse Factors

Attracts Bees, Thorns/Spines

Design Styles

Mediterranean, Ranch

Accenting Features

Fragrance

Seasonal Interest

Spring, Summer, Fall

Location Uses

Background, Park, Raised Planter, Walls / Fences

Special Uses

Container, Mass Planting

Attracts Wildlife

Butterflies

Water Saving Tip:

Be sure to fix all leaks promptly no matter how small they may seem.