Botanical Name: Common Names:
Citrus australasica Syn Citrus australasica sanguinea, Australian Finger Lime, Caviar Lime,
Native: Foliage Type:
Yes Evergreen
Plant Type: Plant Habit:
Citrus & Fruit, Shrubs Shrub Like
Description:
Large Australian native citrus shrub with dark-green leaves and white flowers during Spring, followed by finger lime fruits that ripen during late Spring and Summer. Fruit flesh is caviar-like and has a tangy citrus flavour. Fruit is great to use in cocktails, drinks and cooking. Grows to approx. 2-7m H x 2-5m W.
Mature Height: Mature Width:
4-10m 2-4m
Position: Soil Type:
Full Sun Loam, Sandy, Well Drained
Landscape Use(s)
Bush Tucker, Courtyard, Edible Garden, Feature, Habitat, Tropical Garden, Container / Pot, Native Garden
Pests & Diseases: Generally trouble free
Cultural Notes:
Plant Care
Annual slow release fertiliser, Keep moist during dry periods, Liquid feed, Mulch well
Family Name: Origin:
Rutaceae Australia
Characteristics
Foliage Colour: Green
Flower Colour: White
Flower Fragrant: No
Flowering Season: Spring
Fruit: Yes
Requirements Tolerances
Growth Rate: Slow
Maintenance Level: Medium
Water Usage: Medium / Moderate
Drought: Medium / Moderate
Frost: Moderate, Tender
Wind: Medium / Moderate
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