Citrus hystrix
KAFFIR LIME, DOUBLE LEAF LIME
Rutaceae

 
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Plant type: evergreen shrub

Hardiness zones: 9-13

Sunlight: hot overhead sun

Soil Moisture: dry between watering to constantly moist

Soil: enriched soil, acidic to neutral

Tolerances: moderate wind
3m
Plant habit
 
2m

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Garden Styles: suits tropical, mediterranean, oriental, formal & contemporary designs

Uses: formal screen, formal hedge, barrier, large planter

Growth rate: average

Maintenance Level: average

Skill Level: average

 
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Citrus hystrix
KAFFIR LIME, DOUBLE LEAF LIME
Rutaceae

 

  Plant type: evergreen shrub

Hardiness zones: 9-13

Sunlight: hot overhead sun

Soil Moisture: dry between watering to constantly moist

Soil: enriched soil, acidic to neutral

Tolerances: moderate wind
3m
Plant habit
 
2m

FEATURES

Flowers: white

Flowering Time: early spring to late spring

Leaves: dark green

Ornamental Fruit: green

Edibility: spice, edible leaves


DESIGN

Garden Styles: suits tropical, mediterranean, oriental, formal & contemporary designs

Uses: formal screen, formal hedge, barrier, large planter

Growth rate: average

Maintenance Level: average

Skill Level: average






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