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Kumquot

Name: Kumquot
Brand: Growhub AE
SKU: 29877
Price: 790 AED
Availability: InStock

(Citrus Japonica)

A small citrus tree with edible fruit similar to oranges.

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AED 790

Kumquot

AED 790

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Description

The Kumquat, also known as Citrus Japonica, is a small, evergreen tree that belongs to the citrus family. It is native to China and Southeast Asia, but is now widely cultivated in many parts of the world, including the United States, Europe, and Australia. The tree can grow up to 1.5 meters in height and has a dense, bushy habit with glossy, dark green leaves.

The fruit of the Kumquat is small, oval-shaped, and about the size of a large olive. It has a thin, edible skin that is bright orange in color and a juicy, tart flesh that is divided into several segments. Unlike other citrus fruits, the Kumquat is eaten whole, including the skin, which is sweet and slightly bitter. The fruit is often used in cooking and baking, as well as in making marmalades, jams, and preserves.

The Kumquat tree is easy to grow and requires well-drained soil and plenty of sunlight. It is also tolerant of drought and can be grown in containers. The tree produces fragrant white flowers in the spring, which are followed by the fruit in the fall and winter. Kumquats are a good source of vitamin C and fiber, and are low in calories. They are also believed to have medicinal properties and are used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat coughs, sore throats, and other ailments.