Citrus australasica
“Native Finger Lime”
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SHRUB 4 METRES TALLAttractive but slow growing with sharp spines on branches, foliage strongly citrus scented when crushed, white fragrant flowers and green, red or yellow edible fruit to 6 cm. long. Host for Dainty Swallowtail butterfly. Dislikes dry conditions.
| Suitability | |
|---|---|
| Category | Medium Shrubs up to 5m |
| Family | Rutaceae |
| Aspect | Full Sun |
| Soil | Adaptable, Moist |
| Habitat | Dry Rainforest |
| Features | |
| Bush Food Plants, Butterfly Plants, Edible Fruit Plants, Perfumed Flowering Plants, Perfumed Foliage Plants | |
| Localities | |
| Logan City | |
| Host Plant For These Butterflies | |
