Bitter orange
Citrus x aurantium
- Layer 2 · Understorey
- Edible companion
Status by region
No restrictions recorded in the lists we checked.
Checked against the European Union list (Regulation 1143/2014) · Portugal's national invasive species list (Decreto-Lei 92/2019).
Information based on the cited sources, not legal advice — always confirm your local rules.
About
A hybrid of Asian origin, it is a hardy tree widely used as a rootstock and ornamental. Tolerant of heavier soils than other citrus, it produces bitter oranges and extremely aromatic flowers. It forms part of the understorey layer, providing nectar and organic matter.
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Needs
- Water: Medium
- Light: Full sun
- Size: Tree up to 6 m
- Mature diameter: 4 m
- Soils: Clay, Loam, Sandy
- Climates: Hot, dry Mediterranean
Calendar
- January — Harvest
- February — Harvest
- March — Planting
- April — Planting
- May — Planting
- June
- July
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- September
- October
- November
- December — Harvest
- Harvest
- Planting
Medicinal use: The flowers and leaves are prepared in soothing infusions, and the fruits are used in making jams.
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Related plants
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