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Citrus medica sarcodactylis
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Citrus medica sarcodactylis

Buddha's Hand, Fingered Lemon

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Ornamental citrus with segmented fruit resembling fingers, highly aromatic rind and flowers, evergreen foliage.
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Plant Details

Common Name Buddha's Hand, Fingered Lemon
Family Rutaceae
Genus Citrus
Species Medica
Variety sarcodactylis
Origin China / Southeast Asia
Blooming Fragrant white flowers in late spring, fruit matures in fall/winter
Leaf Color Dark green, glossy
Sunlight Sun
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Well-draining loam, acidic pH 6.0-7.0, peat/perlite mix

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Watering

Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged; reduce in winter dormancy

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Sunlight & Care

Needs full sun to thrive indoors requires south-facing window or grow lights

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Fertilization

Balanced citrus fertilizer monthly during growing season (Spring/Summer)

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Pruning

Prune to shape and remove dead wood after harvest

Pest Control Aphid Leaf Miner Scale Insect Spider Mite

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 3 months
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agriculture Harvesting Period 4 months
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eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
54° – 90°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
40% – 70%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
2000 – 35000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
2500 – 4000
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
20% – 65%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
400 – 1800
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)
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Common Problems

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