{"product_id":"citrus-hystrix-kaffir-lime","title":"Citrus hystrix - Kaffir Lime Tree","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eCitrus hystrix\u003c\/strong\u003e, commonly known as the Kaffir Lime Tree, is a small, evergreen citrus tree prized for its fragrant, double-lobed leaves and rough-skinned green fruit. Widely used in Southeast Asian cuisine, the aromatic leaves add a unique citrus flavor to dishes, while the fruit is often used for zest and juice. Growing up to 2–4 meters tall and wide, it is ideal for home gardens, culinary enthusiasts, or as a feature plant in containers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHardy and versatile, the Kaffir Lime Tree thrives in warm climates and is a must-have for any edible or tropical garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 2–4 meters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWidth\u003c\/strong\u003e: 2–3 meters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNative to\u003c\/strong\u003e: Southeast Asia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFoliage\u003c\/strong\u003e: Glossy, dark green, double-lobed leaves; evergreen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth rate\u003c\/strong\u003e: Moderate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConditions\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil\u003c\/strong\u003e: Prefers well-drained, fertile soils; tolerates sandy and loamy types\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight\u003c\/strong\u003e: Full sun to partial shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater\u003c\/strong\u003e: Moderate; keep soil evenly moist but not waterlogged\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClimate\u003c\/strong\u003e: Thrives in tropical, subtropical, and warm temperate regions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdditional Features\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlowers\u003c\/strong\u003e: Small, white, fragrant blooms in spring and summer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFruit\u003c\/strong\u003e: Green, bumpy-skinned limes used for zest, juice, and essential oils\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUses\u003c\/strong\u003e: Ideal for culinary gardens, feature planting, or container growth on patios\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing\u003c\/strong\u003e: Plant 2–3 meters apart for standalone displays\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLow Maintenance\u003c\/strong\u003e: Minimal pruning required; shape in late winter or early spring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePest Resistance\u003c\/strong\u003e: Generally hardy; monitor for citrus pests such as scale or aphids\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDrought Tolerance\u003c\/strong\u003e: Moderately drought-tolerant once established\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeasonal Appeal\u003c\/strong\u003e: Evergreen foliage with seasonal flowers and fruit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCulinary Value\u003c\/strong\u003e: Leaves and fruit are essential in Southeast Asian cuisine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVersatility\u003c\/strong\u003e: Complements edible, tropical, and Mediterranean garden styles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Kaffir Lime Tree is an aromatic and functional addition to any garden, offering year-round greenery, culinary versatility, and seasonal beauty with minimal effort.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ornatec International","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44282151239876,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0659\/0493\/5108\/files\/dreamstime_m_76902624.jpg?v=1734519048","url":"https:\/\/ornatecinternational.com\/ar\/products\/citrus-hystrix-kaffir-lime","provider":"Ornatec International","version":"1.0","type":"link"}