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TRIPHASIA TRIFOLIA - LIME BERRY.

Triphasia trifolia - Lime berry
Common name
Lime berry, limeberry, limau kiah, lemondichina.
Family
Rutaceae (Citrus family).

Overview
Lime berry grows as a shrub to a height of 9'. It has trifoliate dark-green leaves and small, white fragrant flowers.
The edible fruits are bright red with 2 - 3 small seeds.
Originally from Java, Indonesia, limeberry is growing abundantly in Suriname and cultivated as hedges.
It also can be used for bonsai.
The fruit can be cooked to make preserve.

Hardiness
USDA zone 9 B - 11.
Propagation
Seeds.
Due to recalcitrant nature of the seeds, they have a short viable life, can not be dried well and can not withstand low temperatures.
Culture
Full sun, partial shade. Soil: moist.
Plant in frost free locations.

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Item Description Unit Price Quantity

Triphasia trifolia seeds 1 packet (10 seeds) US$ 3.10


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