Citrus Species, Kaffir Lime, Porcupine Orange, Thai Bai Makrut
Citrushystrix

Synonym:Citrus auraria

Synonym:Citrus balincolong

Synonym:Citrus boholensis

Synonym:Citrus celebica

Synonym:Citrus combara

Category
Herbs
Perennials
Trees
Tropicals and Tender Perennials

Water Requirements
Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater

Sun Exposure
Full Sun

Foliage
Grown for foliage
Evergreen
Textured

Foliage Color

Height
8-10 ft. (2.4-3 m)

Spacing

Hardiness
USDA Zone 10a: to -1.1 °C (30 °F)
USDA Zone 10b: to 1.7 °C (35 °F)
USDA Zone 11: above 4.5 °C (40 °F)

Where to Grow

Danger
Plant has spines or sharp edges; use extreme caution when handling

Bloom Color
White/Near White

Bloom Characteristics

Bloom Size

Bloom Time
Blooms all year

Other details

Soil pH requirements
5.6 to 6.0 (acidic)

Patent Information
Non-patented

Propagation Methods
From semi-hardwood cuttings

Seed Collecting