Citrus japonica cv japonica
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Kumquat, Round kumquat
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Summary
Source: WikipediaCitrus japonica, the round kumquat, Marumi kumquat, or Morgani kumquat, is a species of citrus fruit in the genus Citrus. It was first described by Carl Peter Thunberg in 1780 as Fortunella japonica. C. japonica is a native species in southern China.
Description
A small evergreen tree. It is thorny. It grows to about 4 m high. The leaves are simple and entire. They are up to 7 cm long. They have blunt tips. They are leathery. The flowers are white. The fruit are 3 cm across. They are smooth and shiny. They are divided into 4-7 compartments. They are yellow. The skin is thin and waxy and is spicy.
Edible Uses
The ripe fruit can be eaten whole or preserved, with seeds removed. They are commonly used for jams, jellies, and other preserves.
Traditional Uses
The ripe fruit can be eaten whole or preserved. They are used for jams and jellies. (The seeds are removed)
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Distribution
A tropical and subtropical plant. It grows in subtropical locations. In Nepal it grows between 1000-1500 m altitude. They can tolerate temperatures below freezing. They also show winter dormancy. It suits hardiness zones 9-10. Hobart Botanical Gardens.
Where It Grows
Africa, Asia, Australia, Brazil, Cameroon, Central Africa, China, East Africa, Fiji, Haiti, Himalayas, India, Indochina, Japan, Nepal, North Africa, Pacific, SE Asia, South Africa, Southern Africa, South America, Sri Lanka, Tasmania, Thailand, Vanuatu, Vietnam, West Indies,
Cultivation
Plants can be grown from seed.
Other Information
It is a cultivated food plant.
Notes
The Fortunella's will probably be renamed Citrus. There are 5 Fortunella species. These are now Citrus japonica.
Synonyms
Also Known As
Chin-chin, Kam kat, Kamquat-redondo, Kim quat, Kin kuit, Kin, Kuit xu, Marumi kumquat, Muntala, Quat, Round Golden orange, Som cheet, Tac, Yuan Jingan
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