Indian Blood Orange Plant
Citrus sinensis, or Indian Blood Orange, is a hardy tree growing 4-6m, prefers well-drained loamy soil, full sun, and produces edible fruits with medicinal properties.
Habit
Tree
Height
3 to 5 m
Growth
Medium
Soil
Well-drained loamy
Shade
Full
Moisture
Moderate
Edible
Yes
Medicinal
Yes
Origin
India, Southeast Asia
Climatic Condition
Tropical, Subtropical
Temperature (°)
18 to 30
Humidity (%)
60 to 80
Potting media
Sandy loam
Fertilizers
Balanced NPK 4:1:2
Watering
Regular
Plant Weight
300-500 g
Flowering Time
Winter to Spring
Soil Ph level
5.5 to 6.5
Water Ph level
6.0 to 6.5
Soil EC
0.3 to 0.9
Yield Per Plant
40-60 kg/tree
NPK ratio
08:12:12
life Span
20-30 yrs
Health Benefits
Rich in Vitamin C, boosts immunity.
Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?
50% loam, 25% compost, 25% sand
Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers
Fertilize every 3-4 months with balanced fertilizer.
Common Diseases and Remedies
Citrus Canker, Greasy Spot, Root Rot, Powdery Mildew, Aphids.
Raised, brown lesions on leaves and fruits, Oily spots on leaves, Yellowing, wilting leaves, White powdery spots on leaves, Curling.
Copper oxychloride-based fungicides, Fungicides with mancozeb, Fungicides containing metalaxyl, Myclobutanil-based fungicides, Imidacloprid-based insecticides.