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La citron It is a fruit tree that, like the lemon, produces fruits that are rarely eaten fresh. Even so, it is a very interesting plant to have in the garden, since it is rather small and, as it remains evergreen, it gives an ideal shade for lower plants, such as ferns or bromeliads for example.
If you want to know more about citron, its characteristics and of course its care, then we are going to talk to you about her.
Origin and characteristics
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Our protagonist is an evergreen fruit tree or tree native to Asia. Its scientific name is Citrus medica, and is popularly known as citron, citron, poncil lemon, French lemon, grapefruit or citron. It reaches a height of between 2,5 and 5 meters, with a twisted trunk.
The leaves are simple, alternate, elliptical to lanceolate, leathery, up to 18cm long, with a dark green upper surface and fragrant (they smell like lemon). The flowers are hermaphroditic, also aromatic, white to purple in color. The fruit is oblong or globose up to 30cm in diameter, and inside we find small, smooth and white seeds inside.
Uses
In addition to being used as an ornamental, essential oil is used for lung and intestinal problemsThe fruit is also widely used as an ingredient in various recipes, including some that involve various pumpkins.
What are their cares?
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What did you think of the citron?
Monica I read your comments with interest:
I have an east facing terrace in a town near Pego and I would like to buy a potted citron like the one that appears in the photograph but I don't know where to go if you put me in contact with a nursery that was nearby or that could send it to you. appreciate.
Just tell you that I have no idea of gardening so advise me if it seems appropriate for that area
Hi Creu.
You can get the tree in any nursery, as it is a fairly common plant 🙂
A greeting.