Family Name | Rutaceae |
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Currently Accepted Name | Citrus x microcarpa Bunge - Determined By: B. F. Hansen, Jan 2016 |
Determination History |
Citrofortunella microcarpa (Bunge) Wijnands
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Locality | USA. Florida , Hillsborough Co. : 13028 Terrace Springs Drive. |
Description | Contains high levels of flavonoids, providing antioxidant effects; if applied to the scalp, this species eliminates itching and promotes hair growth; also relieves itchy insect bites; as it contains high amounts of vitamin C, this species is a refrigerant and is used as an antiphlogistic; drinking the juice diluted and warmed will cause a laxative effect. |
Reproductive State | Flower |
Specimen Notes | CULTIVATED. |
Collector | T. H. Tran |
Collection Date | 29 Nov 2015 |
Accession Number | 282532 |
Image | 282532.jpg |
Plant Atlas Link | Plant Atlas Citation |