Light
Full sun / direct • approx. 40,000–80,000 lux




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Citrus hystrix, the Makrut lime, is an aromatic citrus species with glossy, characteristically double-lobed leaves and rough, bumpy green fruit. The textured foliage, strong leaf scent and evergreen habit give it a distinct identity among potted citrus plants. It grows as a shrub or small tree and needs high light, warmth during active growth and protection from cold. In a container, use a sharply draining citrus substrate, water thoroughly once the upper mix has started to dry and keep the root zone airy. Overwinter it in bright, cool conditions above about 10°C with reduced watering.
Quick Care Guide
Light
Full sun / direct • approx. 40,000–80,000 lux
Watering
Water when upper 20–30% dry
Substrate
Airy • Fast-draining • Mineral-leaning • Fine-medium
Temperature
Ideal: 18–30 °C • Avoid below: 10 °C
Humidity
Moist 50–60 %
Growth habit
Upright woody shrub or tree.
Support
not needed
Growth speed
Average
Max size indoors
Max. height: 150 cm • Max. spread: 120 cm
Toxicity & safety
Toxic
Origin & habitat
Assam and Bangladesh through SE Asia to Malesia and SW Pacific; wet tropical/subtropical habitat
These care values are practical reference points for indoor growing. Use them as a starting point, then adjust for your room, pot size, substrate, temperature and how quickly the plant dries.
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Move outside once nights stay above
10°C
Bring under cover below
10°C
Best outdoors in
Frost-free summer patios, Sheltered urban patios
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