- Botanical Name: Citrus aurantium
- Common Name: Seville Orange Tree, Naranjo Borde
- Mature Height: 15-25 feet (4.5-7.6 meters)
- Mature Spread: 15-20 feet (4.5-6 meters)
- Growth Rate: Moderate
- Light Requirements: Full sun
- Soil Requirements: Well-draining soil; prefers sandy loam but adaptable to various soil types
- Water Needs: Moderate; requires regular watering
- Foliage: Evergreen, glossy, dark green leaves
- Flowers: Fragrant white blossoms, blooming mainly in spring and summer
- Fruit: Medium to large-sized oranges with a bitter flavor, ripening in winter
Uses:
- Culinary: Ideal for making marmalade, flavoring liqueurs, and adding a unique tang to culinary dishes.
- Ornamental: Adds beauty to gardens and landscapes with its glossy foliage, fragrant flowers, and bright fruit.
- Container Planting: Suitable for pots or containers, particularly for patios or small gardens.
- Rootstock: Often used as a rootstock for grafting other citrus varieties.
Benefits:
- Culinary Uses: Produces oranges with a distinctive bitter flavor, perfect for traditional marmalades and flavored liqueurs.
- Fragrant Blooms: Enhances the garden with the pleasant scent of its flowers, attracting pollinators like bees.
- Evergreen Foliage: Provides year-round greenery and ornamental value.
- Versatile Growth: Adaptable to various growing conditions and suitable for both ground planting and container growth.
- Cultural Value: Significant in many traditional recipes and food preparations.
The Citrus aurantium, or Seville Orange Tree (Naranjo Borde), is a versatile and valuable addition to any garden or culinary collection. Its distinctive fruit, aromatic flowers, and broad uses make it a rewarding plant for both gardeners and cooks.
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