Herb: Citrange


Latin name: Citroncirus webberi


Family: Rutaceae (Rue Family, Citrus Family)



Edible parts of Citrange:

The acid fruit can be used for drinks and marmalade. The fruit is 5 - 7cm in diameter.

Description of the plant:



Plant:
Evergreen
Tree

Habitat of the herb:

Not known in the wild.

Other uses of Citrange:

This species can be used as a rootstock for the sweet orange, conferring a greater tolerance to cold weather.

Propagation of the herb:

The following notes are based on Citrus species. They are probably applicable here as well, even though this is a bi-generic hybrid, since any seed might be produced polyembrionically. The seed is best sown in a greenhouse as soon as it ripe after thoroughly rinsing it. Sow stored seed in March in a greenhouse. Germination usually takes place within 2 - 3 weeks at 13°C. Seedlings are liable to damp off so they must be watered with care and kept well ventilated. The seed is usually polyembrionic, two or more seedlings arise from each seed and they are genetically identical to the parent but they do not usually carry any virus that might be present in the parent plant. When large enough to handle, prick the seedlings out into individual pots and grow them on in the greenhouse for at least three growing seasons before trying them outdoors. Plant them out in the summer and give them some protection from the cold for their first few winters outdoors. Cuttings of half-ripe wood, July/August in a frame. Layering in October.

Cultivation of Citrange:

Not known in the wild.

Medicinal use of the herb:

None known

Known hazards of Citroncirus webberi:

None known

Plant information taken from the Plants For A Future.