Limequat (Citrus floridana)
Care, watering, light and tips for Limequat on Floravia.
Quick facts
- Family: Rutaceae
- Difficulty: Moderate care
- Watering: every 7 days
- Light: Full sun
- Temperature: 5–35 °C
About Limequat
The Limequat (Citrus floridana) is a fascinating hybrid of lime and kumquat, producing small, oval fruits with an edible rind and a unique sweet-tart flavor. This ornamental, manageable-sized shrub is ideal for patios, balconies, or as a bright indoor plant, adding an exotic touch and edible fruits. Its glossy leaves and small, fragrant white flowers make it an attractive focal point.
Native range
Asia (likely China)
Care tips
It requires full sun for optimal fruiting and regular watering, keeping the soil moist but not waterlogged. Use a well-draining, slightly acidic substrate, specific for citrus plants. A common mistake is insufficient fertilization, which can reduce fruit production; fertilize every 2-4 weeks during the growing season with a balanced citrus fertilizer.
How to save a dying Limequat
- Warning signs
- Yellowish or pale leaves, leaf and flower drop, unripe or prematurely falling fruits. Dry branches.
- First aid
- Check drainage and substrate moisture. Ensure good direct sunlight and frost protection. Fertilize with citrus-specific nutrients.
- What kills it
- Lack of light, consistent over or under-watering, nutritional deficiencies (especially iron and magnesium), or low temperatures.
- Can it be saved?
- Yes, if you act quickly. A well-cared-for limequat is resilient and can recover with proper conditions and patience.