Limequat
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 A Eustis Limequat
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The limequat is a citrus tree and the result of a cross between the lime and the kumquat. It is a member of citrofortunella.
[edit] Description
It is a small tree that grows into a contained bushy form. The leaves are characteristicly citrus like. The limequat produces an abundance of fruit even at a young age. The fruit is small, oval, greenish yellow and contains seeds or pips. It has a sweet tasting skin and a bitter sweet pulp that tastes similar to limes. The fruit can be eaten whole or the juice and rind can be used to flavour drinks and dishes. It has considerable amounts of vitamin C and is strongly acidic.
Originating in China, this plant is now grown in Japan, Israel, Spain, Malaysia, the United Kingdom and the United States in California and Florida. The fruit can be found, in small quantities, during the fall and winter months in the United States.
There are three different varieties of this fruit, Lakeland, Eustis, and Tavares, with Eustis being the most common.
[edit] Care
Limequats can be grown indoors or outdoors providing the temperature stays between 10°C to 30°C. They are fairly small and can be planted in containers or pots. Plant limequats in a well drained fertile soil. Incorporate a good compost with some gravel or sand. Plant anytime of the year, watering in well. Water when dry and add a fertiliser occasionally. It can be pruned to keep a shape.
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