Otaheite orange, Tahiti orange
Citrus taitensis
Family: Rutaceae
What it is like
This may be a non-acid form of mandarin lime. The trees are small and spreading. They are thornless and the young leaves are purple. The flowers are purple on the outside and have a scent. The fruit are almost round. They are 4-5 cm across. The peel is thin and orange with small oil dots. The pulp is orange and in 7-10 segments. The fruit are usually seedless.
There are 20 Citrus species. Several hybrids have been formed. This one is probably a hybrid of Citrus limon and Citrus reticulata.
Where it is found
A tropical plant.
Countries/locations it is found in
Europe, France, French Polynesia, Hawaii, North America, Pacific, Tahiti, USA
How it is used for food
The fruit are eaten and used for juice.
Edible parts
Fruit
How it is grown
Plants can be grown from cuttings or by air-layering.