Saturday, September 26, 2009

Citrofortunella microcarpa

Citrofortunella microcarpa or calamansi. In the West it is known as acid orange, calamondin orange or Panama orange.

It is usually described as a cross-breed of Mandarin orange and kumquat. Its fruit resembles a small, round lime, its odor is like a tangerine with a very thin green or orange peeling.

This fruit tree grows at Toucheng Farm abundantly. Its trees are also tall and they bear fruit all year round. Take a look at the flowers, they are so aromatic and attractive ,too.



Here we show you how the fruit unfolds as it ripen from green to yellow and orange.





In North America, it is grown as an ornamental plant especially with its attractive orange-colored fruit.

This is a prolific fruit like the other citrus family, and very rich in Vitamin C.

At Toucheng Farm, you can taste its tea, juice or even the marmalade. Its sweet and sour taste is unforgettable. It is also used to marinate meat or perfect with broiled fish.

Come to Toucheng Farm an enjoy picking fruits and bring it home and discover it uses.

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