Citrus unshiu

Satsuma mandarin

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Compact citrus tree native to Japan, producing seedless sweet fruit. Deciduous in cold climates but often kept evergreen indoors with heat. Requires bright light and cooler temperatures for dormancy.
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Plant Details

Common Name Satsuma mandarin
Family Rutaceae
Genus Citrus
Species Unshiu
Origin East Asia (Japan)
Blooming White fragrant flowers in spring, sometimes self-pollinating
Leaf Color Dark green, glossy
Sunlight Half-shade / Sun
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Well-draining acidic soil mix (pH 6.0-7.0), citrus specific potting blend

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Watering

Keep soil evenly moist during growing season, allow to dry slightly between waterings in winter dormancy

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Sunlight & Care

Requires full sun exposure (minimum 6 hours daily) for fruiting, can tolerate partial shade indoors

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Fertilization

Apply balanced citrus fertilizer monthly from March to September, reduce frequency in winter

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Pruning

Prune after harvest to maintain shape and improve air circulation, remove dead or crossing branches

Pest Control Aphid Scale Insect Spider Mite Whitefly

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 2 months
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agriculture Harvesting Period 3 months
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eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
41° – 86°
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)
2500 – 40000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
1800 – 3500
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
30% – 60%
% 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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