The Rangpur Lime Tree
Despite being labeled as a lime, the Rangpur isn’t very lime-like at all. In fact, the Rangpur Lime is a hybrid between mandarin orange and citron. The name of this tree originates from Rangpur, Bangladesh. Don’t let the orange skin fool you; the fruit’s juice is very acidic.
Basic Information
| Common Name | Rangpur Lime |
| Botanical Name | Citrus X limonia |
| Location of Origin | India |
| USDA Zones | 8B-10 |
| Can be grown in containers? | Yes |
Fruit Characteristics
| Fruit Size | Medium |
| Fruit Shape | Round |
| Fruit Flavor | Very Acidic |
| Rind Thickness | Thin |
| Rind Texture | little pits, fairly smooth to slightly rough |
| Rind Color | Yellowish to reddish-orange |
| Flesh Color | Orange to Red |
| Easy to Peel? | Fairly Easy |
| Seeds | Fairly Seedy |
Tree Details
| Has Thorns? | Yes |
| Foliage Color | Dull Green |
| Foliage Size | Medium |
| Flower Color | White |
| Flower Size | Medium |
| Mature Tree Height in Ground | 6′ – 10′ |
| Fruit Bearing Age | 3 – 4 years old |
| Alternate Bearing? | No |
| Heat to Sweeten Fruit? | No |
Growing Conditions
| Temperature | Hardy to 32 ºF |
| Self-fertile? | Yes |
| Sunlight Required | Full Sun |
| Bloom Season in Minnesota | Spring |
| Harvest Season in Minnesota | Winter |
| Average Spring/Summer Watering | Once every 1-2 weeks, more often when hot |
| Average Fall/Winter Watering | Once every 3 weeks |
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