Description

General aspect and origins - 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 - Leaves of the round kumquat are small, evergreen, glossy, and deep-green.
Flowers - Flowers are simple, white and fragrant.
Fruits - 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.

Culture

Soil - The round kumquat needs a well-drained ground.

Propagation

This kumquat is generally propagated by cuttings or air-layers. It can also be grafted.