Lemon - Buddha Hand- Grafted - (5x7 bag)
Item Description
Buddha's hand fruit is very fragrant and is used predominantly in China, Malaysia and Japan for perfuming rooms and personal items such as clothing. It resembles those seen on representations of Buddha. It is called Buddha's hand in Chinese. a shrub or small tree with long, irregular branches covered in thorns. Its large, oblong leaves are pale green and grow about four to six inches. Its white flowers are tinted purplish from the outside and grow in fragrant clusters. The fruit's fingers contain only the white part of the fruit and sometimes a small amount of acidic pulp, but many of them are completely juiceless and some are seedless. The plant is sensitive to frost, as well as intense heat and drought. It grows best in a temperate climate HEALTH BENEFITS 1. Respiratory Benefits 2. Relieves Pain 3. Controls Blood Pressure 4. Improves Immunity 5. Relieves Menstrual Discomfort 6. Gastrointestinal Benefits 7. Rich Source Of Vitamin C 8. Maintains Healthy Levels Of Blood Cholesterol
- Plant Height : 1-2 feet
- Plant Weight : 1.5kg
- Plant Polybagsize : 7x8
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An unusually shaped citron variety whose fruit is segmented into finger-like sections
Planting Instructions
Buddha’s hand plant can be grown from cuttings and seeds. But it would be better if you find a plant from nursery. In tropical climates planting can be done in any season except summer, right after the end of summer is best planting time. Buddha’s hand citron needs a well-drained, rich acidic soil to grow well. Choose a sunny and sheltered position from the wind to grow it. Water citron tree regularly for the first 2 years after planting. Buddha’s Hand citron is quite easy to maintain. If the plantation is done well and plant assimilates the climate, it’s a tree that brings great satisfaction with its heavenly scented flowers and prolific fruits. It does not require special watering, except in warm climates and those suffering from severe droughts in summer. It grows best when watered only at the time when surface of soil begins to dry. Never do excess watering because it doesn’t does not like wet feet. Fertilize it with citrus fertilizer according to the product instruction.
