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Citrus australasica sunshine yellow, yellow finger lime
The famous finger lime, a small Australian citrus fruit adopted by chefs all over the world for its thin elongated brown fruit (5 to 6 cm long), made of small translucent yellow marbles with a lemon flavor. -4 to -5°C. Available in 2-litre pots, 40/50 cm, and 10-litre pots, 1 m 20/1 m 50.
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Synonyms, common name of Citrus australasica 'sunshine yellow'
Microcitrus australasica 'sunshine yellow', yellow finger lime
Hardiness of Citrus australasica 'sunshine yellow'
-4 to -5°C
Description of Citrus australasica 'sunshine yellow'
The famous finger lime, a small Australian citrus fruit adopted by chefs all over the world for its thin elongated brown fruit (5 to 6 cm long), made of small translucent yellow marbles with a lemon flavor. The foliage is very dense and the very small leaves can also be used in the kitchen.
How to grow Citrus australasica 'sunshine yellow'
Excellent pot plant in full sun in a rich and well-drained soil. Winter in a cool and bright room.
Technical sheet
Data sheet
- Leaves:
- evergreen
- Flowers:
- yes
- Edible:
- yes
- Fragrant:
- yes
- Cold-hardiness (take the lowest T° indicated)
- - 5°C (23°F)
- Exposure:
- Indoor/conservatory
full sun - Can be grown in a container:
- yes