Citrus junos (Yuzu)
Botanical name: Citrus junos
Common name: Yuzu
Family: Rutaceae
Origin: China
USDA Zone: 8-10
Plant type: Fruit
Fruit type: Citrus
Plant form: Small tree
Mature height: 10-20 ft
Sun exposure: Full sun or bright light indoor
Cold tolerance: Tolerates light freezing to about 30°F for short periods (mature plants). Young plants must be protected.
Watering: Regular; moderate
Flower color: Yellow, orange
Suitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growing
Fragrance: Fragrant; perfume plant
Wildlife: Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds
Ethnomedical: Ethnomedical plant, traditionally used in folk or indigenous medicineCitrus junos originated and grows wild in central China and Tibet. It was introduced to Japan and Korea during the Tang Dynasty and it is in these nations that it is cultivated most widely.
It is unusual among citrus plants in being relatively frost-hardy and can be grown in regions with winters at least as low as -9 C (15 F) where more sensitive citrus would not thrive.
The juice and rind and used in drinks and flavorings. Fragrance is extracted for use in perfumes, lotions, and soaps.
Similar plants: Citrus junos (Yuzu)
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- Citrus australis (Australian Lime)
- Citrus bergamia (Bergamot orange)
- Citrus hystrix (Indonesian lime)
- Citrus limetta (Sweet Lime)
- Citrus limon 'Pink' (Pink Lemonade Lemon)
- Citrus limon (Lemon)
- Citrus limon 'Ponderosa' (Giant Lemon)
- Citrus maxima (Pomelo)
Link to this plant:
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