Fortunella japonica
Citrus Japonica
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Citrus Japonica (Fortunella japonica) - Description
Citrus japonica'Japonica' (common name: Marumi Kumquat or Morgani Kumquat) is a species of Kumquat. It is an evergreen tree. It produces edible golden-yellow colored fruit. The fruit is small and usually round but can be oval shaped. The peel has a sweet flavor but the fruit has a sour center.
Citrus Japonica (Fortunella japonica) - Blooming
Blooms fragrant, waxy, 5-petaled white flowers followed by orange-yellow, edible fruits.
Citrus Japonica (Fortunella japonica) - Growth
Evergreen shrubs or small trees, found in moist areas. Grows best with full sun exposure. In areas where Fortunella is not growing hardy, raise plants in a conservatory or cool greenhouse. Cool greenhouses have a minimum temperature of 35°F (2°C). During the day, set temperatures between 41-50°F (5-10°C), and at night, keep the temperature at 36°F (2°C). Where hardy, kumquats works well in a mixed or shrub border, in a courtyard, or as an ornamental.
Citrus Japonica (Fortunella japonica) - Planting
Propagate from the seed in spring at 59-75°F (15-24°C). In summer, root semi-ripe cuttings using bottom heat. Semi-ripe cuttings are cuttings taken from semi-mature wood.
Citrus Japonica (Fortunella japonica) - Pest
Prone to spider mites, whiteflies, scale insects, citrus viruses and viroids, stem blights, leaf spots, and foot rot.
Citrus Japonica (Fortunella japonica) - Interesting facts
There are only 5 known species of Fortunella, endemic to moist woodlands from southern China to Malaysia. The fruits resemble miniature oranges.Kumquats have been called "the little gems of the Citrus family".
Citrus Japonica (Fortunella japonica) - Soil and irrigation
Does best in moderately fertile, moist, yet well-draining soil. Soil-based potting mixes work fine for indoor plants. Water liberally during the growing season, less in winter. Top-dress or pot on in spring.
