TROPICAL PLANT ENCYCLOPEDIA

Triphasia trifolia, Lime Berry, Limeberry, Limau Kiah, Lemondichina

Triphasia trifolia

Lime Berry, Limeberry, Limau Kiah, Lemondichina
Family: Rutaceae
Origin: Malesian
Plant used for bonsaiLarge shrub 5-10 ft tallSemi-shadeRegular waterWhite, off-white flowersEdible plantPlant attracts butterflies, hummingbirdsFragrant plant

Lime berry grows as a shrub to a height of 9'. It has trifoliate darkgreen leaves and small, white fragrant flowers. The edible fruits are bright red with 2 - 3 small seeds. The fruit can be cooked to make preserve.

Prefers partial shade or partial sun to full sun; soil should be dry to moist. It also can be used for bonsai.





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