Citrus — Buddha Hand
Citrus medica var. sarodactylus 'Buddha Hand'
Buddha's Hand Citrus - Citrus medica var. sarodactylus 'Buddha Hand'
Originating from India and China, this highly fragrant citrus is known for its 'open handed' fruit. The fruit is primarily ornamental of used for preserves
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Fruit information
Maturity: November to January.
Fruit size: Small 6-12 inches.
Fruit shape: Fruit splits longitudinally at the end like fingers.
Skin: Thick peel, Small amount of acidic flesh. Yellow rind which is highly fragrant.
Flesh colour: Pale yellow.
Texture: Juiceless and seedless. Little flesh.
Flavour: Is mainly used to make zest and to be candied.
Seed or stone: Seedless.
Storage period: Can be stored up to a month if kept cold and clean in a zip lock bag.
Yield: Quite heavy crop in November to January with small fruit throughout the rest of the year.
Plant information
Origin: Public variety.
Status: PUBLIC.
Pollinators: Self fertile.
Tree shape: Shrublike, small tree with irregular branches.
Flower: white flowers are tinted purplish on the outside. Grows in clusters.
Leaf shape: Large and oblong 4-6 inches long.
Leaf colour: Pale green. Leathery texture.
Growing conditions: Sensitive to frost and intense heat. Grows best in temperate conditions.
Harvest notes: Holds moderately well on the tree.
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