Hong Kong Kumquat
Citrus japonica
- Native to:
- China, Hainan
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Taxonomy
- Division:
- Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
- Family:
- Rutaceae
- Genus:
- Citrus
- Species:
- Citrus japonica
- USDA Symbol:
- FOHI
Growth Characteristics
- Height:
- 450 cm
- Drought Tolerance:
- Medium
- Bloom Months:
- mar,apr,may
- Bloom Colors:
- white
- Landscaping Shrub:
- Yes
Garden & Ecology Notes
- Wildlife Value:
- birds, bees
- Deer Resistant:
- Yes
- Fragrant:
- Yes
Propagation & Germination
- Stratification:
- None required
- Germination Time:
- 14–28 days
- Notes:
- Seeds germinate best fresh; older seeds have reduced viability. Warm temperatures around 70-80°F optimal.
The above propagation data sourced from Claude AI