Wild Kumquat Plant
Fortunella margarita, or Wild Kumquat, is a hardy shrub/tree growing 2-4m, prefers well-drained loamy soil, full sun, and produces edible fruits with medicinal uses.
Habit
Shrub/Tree
Height
1-2 meters
Growth
Medium
Soil
Well-drained, loamy soil
Shade
Full
Moisture
Moderate
Edible
Yes
Medicinal
Yes
Origin
Asia
Climatic Condition
Subtropical, temperate
Temperature (°)
20-30
Humidity (%)
60-75
Potting media
Loamy soil
Fertilizers
Balanced slow-release
Watering
Moderate
Plant Weight
100-200 grams
Flowering Time
Winter to Spring
Soil Ph level
5.5-6.5
Water Ph level
6.0-7.0
Soil EC
0.3-0.4 mS/cm
Yield Per Plant
100 - 1000 fruits/per plant
NPK ratio
10:10:10
life Span
10-15 years
Health Benefits
High in Vitamin C, improves digestion, boosts immune system
Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?
50% loam, 25% compost, 25% sand
Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers
Fertilize every 3 months with balanced fertilizer.
Common Diseases and Remedies
Citrus Canker, Powdery Mildew, Aphids, Root Rot, Greening Disease.
Raised lesions on fruit and leaves, White powdery spots on leaves, Curling, Yellowing, wilting leaves, misshapen fruit.
Fungicides containing copper hydroxide, Fungicides with myclobutanil, Imidacloprid-based insecticides, Fungicides containing metalaxyl.