Poncirus trifoliata 5 PCS fresh seeds, Citrus trifoliata, Trifoliate orange, Japanese bitter-orange, Hardy orange seeds, Hardy lemon, Non GMO

🌱 Poncirus trifoliata — Trifoliate orange, Japanese bitter-orange, Hardy orange seeds, Hardy lemon

Poncirus trifoliata seeds are a rare and unique offering from Deodar Seeds. This shrub or small tree belongs to the Rutaceae family, known for its citrus fruits. Key selling points include its hardiness, ease of care, and adaptability to various environments.

🌿 Botanical Description

Poncirus trifoliata is a deciduous shrub or small tree with a tent-shaped crown. Young annual shoots are bare, green, with axillary spines 1-3 cm long. On older branches, the bark is greenish-gray. The buds are small, almost round. The leaves are trifoliate, with obovate sessile leaflets, of which the central one is about 5 cm long and the lateral ones about 3 cm. The leaf blades are glabrous, leathery, dull yellowish-green, with crenate edges. The petioles are winged. The arrangement of leaves on the shoots is regular. The flowers are bisexual, white, almost sessile, 3-8 cm in diameter, with 4-5 sepals fused at the base and 4-5 oblong-obovate petals. Stamens are free, 8-10 pieces. The fruit is a spherical hesperidium with a diameter of 4-6 cm, golden yellow in color, with a soft crust, densely covered with velvety fluff. The crust is difficult to separate from the pulp. The pulp is bitter and sour, inedible.

🌾 Growing & Agrotechnics

• Sow seeds 1-2 cm deep in well-draining soil in early spring or late summer. Stratification is not required.
• Germination temperature: 20-25°C. Germination time: 1-3 months.
• Soil type: Loose and moist soil. pH: 6.0-7.0. Drainage requirements: Good drainage.
• Watering and fertilization: Water regularly, but avoid overwatering. Fertilize lightly.
• USDA Hardiness Zone: 6 (-23°C to -18°C). Frost tolerance: Short-term frosts down to -25°C.

🗺️ Natural Growing Areas

Poncirus trifoliata is native to East Asia, specifically China, Japan, and Korea. It thrives in temperate climates with moderate temperatures and humidity. Typical habitats include forests, woodlands, and mountainous regions. Altitude range: 100-1,500 meters.

✨ Interesting Facts

Poncirus trifoliata has been used in traditional medicine for centuries. The fruit is used to produce vitamin tonic drinks. The plant is also used as a rootstock for grafting citrus species. It is ideal for forming impenetrable hedges due to its prickly nature. Pruning is essential to maintain its shape and promote healthy growth. It tolerates pruning well and can be paired with coniferous and fruit trees.