Seed Availability

Seeds are not available for the West African Cherry Orange. Please visit our seed store to view current selections.

Description

A medium sized evergreen tree, with the typical appearance of a citrus, growing to 15-30ft. Has glossy green foliage and scented white flowers which are followed by the small tangerine-sized orange ripening fruits.

Hardiness

Hardy to some frost.

Growing Environment

Grow like any citrus. Water regularly. Grow in well-drained, rich, moist soil. Grow in full sun.

Propagation

By grafts and seeds. Seeds can be slow to germinate and should come relatively true to their parent. This tree is found wild and rarely cultivated.

Uses

Fruits can be eaten raw out of hand. The roots of this tree are used to treat impotence and have unfortunately led to the demise of many wild populations of this uncommon tree. Medically efficacy regarding its use is unclear.

Native Range

Native from Uganda, through Nigera, Angola, the Congo and Mozambique.

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