Indian Wild Orange Plant
Citrus indica, known as Indian Wild Orange, is a tender tree growing 4-6m, prefers acidic, loamy soil, full sun, and has both edible and medicinal properties.
Habit
Tree
Height
4-6m
Growth
Medium
Soil
Loamy, acidic
Shade
Full
Moisture
High
Edible
Yes
Medicinal
Yes
Origin
India
Climatic Condition
Tropical, Subtropical
Temperature (°)
20-30
Humidity (%)
60-75%
Potting media
50% Loam, 40% Sand, 10% Compost
Fertilizers
Organic Fertilizers
Watering
Regular Watering
Plant Weight
1-2 kg
Flowering Time
Spring to Summer
Soil Ph level
6.0-7.0
Water Ph level
6.0-7.0
Soil EC
0.5-10 mS/cm
Yield Per Plant
8-12 kg per Plant
NPK ratio
10:10:10
life Span
5-10 yrs
Health Benefits
Rich in Vitamin C, Antioxidant
Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?
40% loamy soil, 30% peat, 30% compost
Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers
Fertilize every 4-6 weeks with citrus fertilizer.
Common Diseases and Remedies
Common Diseases
Fruit Fly, Leaf Spot, Mealybugs, Root Rot, Powdery Mildew.
Symptoms
Small holes in fruit, premature fruit drop, Brown/black spots on leaves, White, cottony masses on leaves, Yellowing, wilting of leaves, White powdery coating on leaves.
Organic Remedies
Use traps, remove affected fruit, Prune affected leaves, apply neem, Improve drainage, reduce watering.
In-Organic Remedies
Copper-based fungicides, Systemic insecticides like imidacloprid, Fungicides containing metalaxyl, Fungicides containing sulfur.