Poncirus trifoliata

Hardy Orange

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Common Name:

Hardy Orange

Plant Type:

Flower color:

White

Foliage color:

Green

Sun (From 0 to 5):

3

Water (From 0 to 5):

2

Maximum temperature:

30°C

Minimum temperature:

7°C

Maximum height:

610 cm

Maximum width:

610 cm

Hardy Orange (Poncirus trifoliata) - Description

Trifoliate Orange, Poncirus trifoliata (syn. Citrus trifoliata), is a member of the family Rutaceae, closely related to Citrus, and sometimes included in that genus, being sufficiently closely related to allow it to be used as a rootstock for Citrus. It differs from Citrus in having deciduous, compound leaves, and pubescent (downy) fruit.

Hardy Orange (Poncirus trifoliata) - Blooming

Star-shaped, 2 inch wide, fragrant white flowers followed by orange-like fruits.

Hardy Orange (Poncirus trifoliata) - Growth

An ornamental deciduous shrub or small tree with vicious spines. 10-20 feet tall. Bears 2 inch sour tasting fruits in winter. Grows best in full sun. Poncirus works well in a shrub border, against a sunny wall, or as a very spiny hedge.

Hardy Orange (Poncirus trifoliata) - Planting

Sow seeds in fall in containers in a cold frame (for protection and to ensure hardiness). Can also propagate from semi-ripe cuttings in summer.

Hardy Orange (Poncirus trifoliata) - Pest

Uncommon.

Hardy Orange (Poncirus trifoliata) - Interesting facts

There is only one known species of Poncirus native to the woodlands of China and Korea. Poncirus is often used as a rootstock for Citrus plants.