Citrus consists mainly of evergreen shrubs and trees, which are often armed with spines. They feature simple, leathery leaves that release a pleasing fragrance, typically borne on winged petioles. The plants produce aromatic flowers that are usually white or have a hint of pink, which are succeeded by sizable, juicy fruits.

Citrus x aurantium (Tangelo Group) 'Orlando' (F)

Citrus x aurantium (Tangelo Group) 'Samson' (F)

Citrus x aurantium (Tangelo Group) 'Seminole' (F)

Citrus x aurantium (Tangelo Group) 'Ugli' (F)

Citrus x aurantium (Tangelo Group) Sugar Belle ('Lb8 9'PBR)

Citrus x aurantium (Tangor Group) 'Dweet' (F)

Citrus x aurantium (Tangor Group) 'Ellendale' (F)

Citrus x aurantium (Tangor Group) 'Murcott' (F)

This evergreen tree can reach heights of up to 4 meters and features spiny branches and ovate leaves that grow to about 10 centimeters in length. It produces aromatic white flowers, measuring up to 2 centimeters in diameter, from late spring through summer. These blooms are succeeded by fruit that is slightly flattened and spherical, with a yellow exterior. For optimal growth, grapefruit should be cultivated in a cool or temperate greenhouse or conservatory and can be placed outdoors during the summer season.

Citrus x aurantium Grapefruit Group (F)

Citrus x aurantium Sour Orange Group

Citrus x aurantium Sweet Orange Group (F) is an evergreen tree that can reach heights of up to 4 meters. It features glossy, oval-shaped leaves that can grow up to 10 centimeters in length. In late spring through summer, the tree produces aromatic white flowers, measuring around 2 centimeters in diameter, which develop into round, orange fruits. For optimal growth, this species thrives in a cool or temperate greenhouse or conservatory, and it is advisable to place it outdoors during the warmer summer months.

Citrus x aurantium Sweet Orange Group (F)

Citrus x aurantium Sweet Orange Group variegated (v)

Citrus x aurantium Tangelo Group

Citrus x aurantium Tangor Group (F)

Citrus x floridana 'Eustis' (F)

Citrus x floridana 'Lakeland' is a limequat variety known for its small, edible fruits with a thin skin that transition from green to yellow as they mature and can be eaten whole. The leaves are dark green, glossy, and oval-shaped. This cultivar produces fragrant white flowers that can appear throughout the year, but typically bloom from late spring to autumn. Compared to other limequats, 'Lakeland' yields slightly larger fruits and contains fewer seeds.

Citrus x floridana 'Lakeland' (F)

Citrus x floridana 'Tavares' (F)

Citrus x floridana is an evergreen shrub or small tree, resulting from the cross between key lime and kumquat. It bears small, thin-skinned fruits that turn yellow when ripe and are edible in their entirety. Typically, this plant grows to a height of 1.2 to 2.5 meters and features glossy, dark green foliage. Under optimal conditions, it can produce fragrant white blooms throughout the year, though it most commonly flowers from late spring to autumn.

Citrus x floridana (F)

Citrus x georgiana

Citrus x georgiana 'Macciaroli'

Citrus x georgiana 'Mr Johns Longevity'

Citrus x georgiana 'Sinton'

Citrus x georgiana 'Thomasville' (F)

Citrus x insitorum

Citrus x insitorum 'Benton'

Citrus x insitorum 'C-32'

Citrus x insitorum 'C-35' (F)

Citrus x insitorum 'Carrizo' (F)

Citrus x insitorum 'Citromon' (F)

Citrus x insitorum 'Curafora' (F)

Citrus x insitorum 'Morton'

Citrus x insitorum 'Rusk'

Citrus x insitorum 'Swingle' (F)

Citrus x insitorum 'Troyer'

Citrus x insitorum 'Us119' (F)

Citrus x insitorum 'Venasca' (F)

Citrus x insitorum 'Zehnder'

Citrus x junos is a naturally occurring hybrid known for its fragrant peel and tangerine-sized fruit. This upright, thorny evergreen can grow as a shrub or develop into a small tree over time. In spring, it produces small, white flowers that release a potent fragrance, which are succeeded by fruit featuring thick, bumpy skin that transitions from bright green to yellow and finally orange as it ripens.

Citrus x junos

Citrus x latifolia 'Bearss' (F)

Citrus x latifolia is an evergreen tree that reaches heights of up to 3 meters. It features shiny, ovate leaves that can grow up to 5 centimeters in length. In the spring, the tree produces white flowers that measure up to 4 centimeters in diameter, which are succeeded by round, green, seedless fruits. For optimal growth, limes thrive in a cool or temperate greenhouse or conservatory and should be relocated outdoors during the summer season.

Citrus x latifolia (F/S)

Citrus x latifolia variegated (F/v)

Citrus x limon 'Amalfitanum' (F)

Citrus x limon 'Eureka Pink Variegated' (v)

Citrus x limon 'Eureka Variegated' (F/v)

Citrus x limon 'Fino' (F)

Citrus x limon 'Garey's Eureka' is a lemon variety that produces fruit and flowers nearly year-round. It displays abundant white blossoms, with a hint of purple at the bud stage, from spring through early autumn. This cultivar is self-fertile and is commonly grown through grafting. In its initial years, the plant can be quite thorny. Over a decade, it can achieve a height of around 2 meters.

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