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Flying Dragon Trifoliate Orange (Citrus triptera fly dragon)

DESCRIPTION
Flying Dragon Trifoliate Orange (Citrus triptera fly dragon) is a particular cold tollerant variety of our collection.

ORIGIN

It probably originates from Japan, where it’s been highly grown for hundreds of years.

PLANT

-Tree features: It is one of the most particular Citrus in shape. Branches are slender crooked , armed with large, downward-curved spines.

-Leaves: Leaves are usually dark- green in colour, small and trifoliate, as the name suggest.

FRUIT

-Shape: Fruit is round in shape, and medium-small in size.
-Flavour: Skin tends to be sticky outside if zested. Juice is acid to bitter, and very seedy.
-Colour: It’s yellow to deep yellow outside, light yellow inside.

SEASON OF RIPENESS

Season of ripeness: It’s a early variety: fruits ripen during Autumn (September-October about)
It usually starts to bloom during Spring. Flowers are white, very beautiful and fragrant.

HOW TO USE IT

-In the Kitchen: It’s not a good choice in the kitche, because of that stickykness, but marmalades are a interesting option for someone.
-Ornamental: Its amazingness is ornamental. Flying Dragon Trifoliate Orange is an impressive variety to see, beacuse of its fooliage and its cold tollerance.

COLD RESISTENCE

According to our tests, in the Greenhouse, or in a covered area, it can resist to a temperature of -12°C.

This variety needs to be maintained like a normal Lemon.

If you’d like to find out about how to maintain citrus, you can follow us on YouTube

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Important Information Before Purchasing
  • Shipping times
    Orders are processed and handled directly by us.
    During the high season (February–June), due to high demand, shipping might require between 7 and 15 business days from the order confirmation; in some cases, a few additional business days might be needed.
    However, we would always strive to ship your order as quickly as possible.
    If you have special requirements or need specific shipping times, we invite you to contact us: together we would find the best solution to meet your needs.

  • Possible variations in shape and size
    Plants may differ from the descriptions shown on the product pages.

  • Care and cultivation practices
    We personally carry out sowing, grafting, cutting, pruning, and repotting every year.
    Each plant is a living being that grows in its own way and time, influenced by many factors.

  • Seasonal variations
    The characteristics shown on the website may vary depending on the season and the plant’s growth stage.

Thank you for your understanding and trust!

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