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Citrus trifoliata L.

Trifoliate orange · Rutaceae

Also known as Poncirus trifoliata, Poncirus trifoliatus. Common names: Chinese bitter orange, Hardy orange, Japanese bitter orange.

The trifoliate orange, Citrus trifoliata or Poncirus trifoliata, is a member of the family Rutaceae in the Citrus genus.

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About Trifoliate orange

The trifoliate orange, Citrus trifoliata or Poncirus trifoliata, is a member of the family Rutaceae in the Citrus genus. Whether the species should be considered to belong to its own genus, Poncirus or included in the genus Citrus is debated. The species is unusual in Citrus for having deciduous, compound leaves and pubescent (downy) fruit.

Description adapted from Wikipedia, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0.

Growing & care

Growing guide coming soon. Our editors haven't written verified care details for this plant yet. Native range and classification are shown below.
Native rangeChina North-Central, China South-Central, China Southeast
ToxicityPets: Not documented · People: Not documented
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