Life Cycle
Perennial
Plant Characteristics
Glossy citrus
Growth Habit
Upright tree
Bloom Season
Spring
Flavour Profile
Sweet tangy
Suitable for
Outdoor
Seed Type
Open pollinated
Plant Type
Fruit tree
Planting Season
Spring summer
Fruit Size
Small round
Plant Height
10 to 15 ft
Light Requirement
Full sun
Water Needs
Moderate
Hardiness Zones
9 to 11
Container Garden
Large pots
Plant Spacing
10 to 12 ft
Planting Depth
1 inch
Growing Conditions
Warm tropical
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this the same "Spanish lime" as the small grape-like tropical fruit (mamoncillo)?
Is this the same "Spanish lime" as the small grape-like tropical fruit (mamoncillo)?
Not necessarily. True Spanish lime (Melicoccus bijugatus) is an unrelated tropical fruit in a different plant family. This listing describes citrus-type foliage, blossoms, and fertilizer needs, suggesting it may actually be a citrus "sweet lime" variety rather than true Spanish lime.
Is this fruit more like a lemon, a lime, or a "sweet lime"?
Is this fruit more like a lemon, a lime, or a "sweet lime"?
Based on the citrus characteristics described, it most likely refers to a sweet lime type (a mild, low-acid citrus), which tastes noticeably less tart than either a classic lemon or lime.
Will seed-grown citrus reliably produce fruit matching this variety's description?
Will seed-grown citrus reliably produce fruit matching this variety's description?
Citrus grown from seed can vary from the parent tree and take longer to fruit than grafted nursery stock, which is the standard method for producing true-to-type citrus commercially.
How many years before a seed-grown citrus tree produces fruit?
How many years before a seed-grown citrus tree produces fruit?
Seed-grown citrus trees often take 5–10 years or more to bear fruit, compared to grafted trees, which can fruit considerably sooner.
How cold-sensitive is this tree?
How cold-sensitive is this tree?
Like most citrus, it has limited frost tolerance and needs protection or indoor shelter if temperatures drop near or below freezing.
Is this fruit better for fresh eating or juicing?
Is this fruit better for fresh eating or juicing?
Its described sweet, mildly tangy flavor suggests it's well suited to fresh eating, though it can likely be juiced as well depending on personal taste preference.