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Citrus
medica, the Lemon, is a fruit tree that originates from
tropical regions of Asia. It grows up to 3 meters high
for 2 meters wide. It can be cultivated in pot and kept
indoors.
The plant blooms from March to October. The white or
purple flowers are very odorant. After pollination, they
will grow lemon-like fruits, yellow or orange, of very
variable shapes, called ‘’Buddha’s
hand’’. They are comestible, but taste
bittersweet and are rarely eaten fresh.
The foliage is evergreen, silky and medium green. The
leaves are oblong and round edged. Stems have spikes. It
is easy to cultivate. Prune slightly before the next
blooming season.
Hardiness zones 10-11 (1°C/35°F, 4°C/40°F) in winter.
Citrus medica can tolerate short periods of frost over -4°C.
Under colder temperatures, the plant dies. It prefers a
fresh environment and grows well in tempered climates.
Keep your plant away from very hot temperatures and
direct sun, but always give plenty of light to it. Its
environment has to be fresh and well-ventilated. It needs
to grow in a well-drained and light soil. Water every 2
or 3 days in order to keep the soil humid.
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