Citrus medica sarcodactylis

Name: Citrus medica sarcodactylis
Brand: The Plant Company
SKU: 16455r
Price: 361.97 NZD
Availability: InStock

Citrus medica var sarcodactylis, Buddha's Hand, Buddha s Hand, Buddha Hand Fruit, Buddha's Fruit, Finger Citron Fruit, Buddha's Hand Citron, Buddha Finger Citrus, Buddha Hand Citrus Fruit

Citrus medica sarcodactylis, commonly known as Buddahs Hand, is a variety of citrus grown for its very unusual fruit which ripen in winter. The bright yellow fruit are shaped like a hand and comprise solely of rind. They have no flesh or seeds but do have a lemon aroma. It grows densely with glossy, dark green leaves to about 3 m tall and the same wide and can be trimmed as necessary. Buddahs Hand is commonly grown as an interesting shrub with the fruit used to decorate bowls and platters, or sliced for drinks. It can also be maintained in a large container.

Suited to regions:	Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type:	Citrus
Height:	3.00 m
Spread:	3.00 m
Flowering time:	Summer
Tolerances:
Garden uses:	Containers, Living areas, Pool areas, Screening
Garden styles:	Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Modern
Easy to grow?	Yes
Maintenance requirements	Low
Growth rate	Medium
Also known as	Citrus medica var sarcodactylis, Buddha's Hand, Buddha s Hand, Buddha Hand Fruit, Buddha's Fruit, Finger Citron Fruit, Buddha's Hand Citron, Buddha Finger Citrus, Buddha Hand Citrus Fruit

Citrus medica sarcodactylis Details

Citrus medica sarcodactylis, commonly known as Buddahs Hand, is a variety of citrus grown for its very unusual fruit which ripen in winter. The bright yellow fruit are shaped like a hand and comprise solely of rind. They have no flesh or seeds but do have a lemon aroma. It grows densely with glossy, dark green leaves to about 3 m tall and the same wide and can be trimmed as necessary. Best performance with this variety is achieved when it is positioned in full sun on a well-drained, sheltered site, protected from heavy frost, though it will tolerate moderate frost once established. Buddahs Hand is commonly grown as an interesting shrub with the fruit used to decorate bowls and platters, or sliced for drinks. It can also be maintained in a large container.