Fortunella japonica is also known as round kumquat or Marumi kumquat. As its common name suggests, Fortunella japonica bear rounded fruits, which is the most distinctive feature of this species. Fortunella japonica is also said to be a slow grower. This evergreen little tree can be up to 13 ft (4 m) tall.
Leaves of the round kumquat are small, evergreen, glossy, and deep-green.
Flowers are simple, white and fragrant.
The round kumquat is a globose golden-orange fruit. The pulp is acidic, but the rind is sweet. The fruit, when eaten fresh, is thus eaten with its peel. Like other kumquats, this fruit is rich in vitamins A and C, and contains good levels of pectin, and is often transformed into marmalades.
Fortunella japonica requiert les expositions suivantes : lumière,soleil The round kumquat needs a well-drained ground.
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Dimensions
Height 4.00 m
Width 4.00 m
Minimum temperatures
The plant is likely to die as soon as temperature is below -10.0 °C
Leaves and other aerial parts are damaged as soon as temperatures drops to -8.0 °C
Exposure - light, full sun
Leaves - evergreen
Flowers - Fragrant flowersColor(s) : white
Fruit - Edible Propagation - cutting, grafting, layering This kumquat is generally propagated by cuttings or air-layers. It can also be grafted.
Toxicity No or unknown toxicity.
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