Kumquat Fruit Plant (Fortunella japonica)

Common Names: Kumquat, Golden Orange, Cumquat, Comquot

Botanical Name: Fortunella Japonica

Origin: Native to Eastern Asia

General Information:

• A genus of evergreen shrubs or trees in the Rutaceae family.
• Grown for tart orange fruits.
• Cultivated throughout the subtropics.
• Bright orange-yellow color.
• Round or oval shape, about 2.5 cm (1 inch) in diameter.
• Mildly acid juicy pulp.
• Sweet, edible, pulpy skin.
• Can be eaten fresh or preserved for jams and jellies.

Plant Size:

• Height: About 2.4 to 3.6 meters (8 to 12 feet).
• Mainly thornless branches.
• Glossy dark green leaves.
• White flowers, occur singly or clustered in the leaf axils.

Nutritional Content:

• High source of powerful antioxidants, vitamin C, flavonoids, vitamin A, fiber, phytonutrients, plant compounds, calcium, magnesium, etc.

Health Benefits:

• Promotes heart, bone, and skin health.
• Reduces blood sugar levels.
• Boosts immunity.
• Prevents the formation of cancer cells.

Cultivation Information:

• Bloom Time/Fruiting: 2 to 3 Years.
• Maintenance Required: Moderate.