Citrus — Bouquet des Fleurs
Citrus aurantium 'Bouquet des fleurs
Citrus Growing in Tunnel House
A small tree growing primarily for its flower an essential oils such as neroli oil. The Bouquet des Fleurs is a small tree with dense foliage and sour, aromatic fruit. Used for its flower.
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Fruit information
Fruit size: Small to medium.
Fruit shape: Round/oblate.
Skin: Moderately pebbled and well coloured. Rough orange rind which is thick.
Flesh colour: Pale orange.
Texture: High essential oil content. Few seeds.
Flavour: Very sour, bitter and acidic. Generally not eaten.
Seed or stone: Seeded.
Plant information
Origin: Public.
Status: Public.
Pollinators: Self fertile.
Tree shape: Low spreading umberella shape.
Flower: Strongest scent of any citrus flowers. Waxy and white.
Height: Small shrub like 2-4ft.
Leaf shape: Small oval leaves, densely cluttered.
Leaf colour: Dark green waxy leaves.
Growing conditions: Perfect for pot culture.
Comments: Sometimes used for marmalades.
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