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




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Citrus Ă— limon brings the classic indoor citrus look most people imagine: glossy dark leaves, purple-tinged white flowers with a strong fragrance, and bright yellow fruit that feels genuinely useful rather than decorative only. Even without fruit, it holds a clear Mediterranean character, especially in a simple terracotta or clay pot where the structure of the plant can show. With enough light, it becomes a long-term container tree rather than a short-lived seasonal novelty.
What it asks in return is straightforward but non-negotiable: direct sun for several hours a day, a sharply draining citrus mix, and a watering rhythm that never leaves roots sitting wet for long. Feed regularly through active growth, keep air moving around the canopy, and avoid dark corners if you want flowers and fruit instead of decline.
Light
Full sun / direct • approx. 40,000–80,000 lux
Water
Water when ~30–50% dry
Substrate
Airy • Fast-draining • Mineral-leaning • Fine-medium
Temperature
Ideal: 18–28 °C • Avoid below: 10 °C
Humidity
Moist 50–60 %
Growth habit
evergreen fruit tree
Support
not needed
Growth speed
Average
Max size indoors
Max. height: 150 cm • Max. spread: 120 cm
Toxicity & safety
Toxic
Origin & habitat
Cultivar of Citrus Ă— limon
These metrics are standardised reference points. We compile them by reviewing and cross-checking multiple botanical and horticultural references, then refining them through real-world growing experience. Source links: Plant Care Resources.
Please use the values as guidance. Conditions vary by home, so the same plant can respond differently. For plant-specific context, read the full product description and browse our Plant Care Guides.
Your new plant has just travelled a long way and needs a calm start in its new home. For step-by-step unboxing and first-week care, check our after-delivery care guide. For deeper tips on how your plant settles in over the next weeks, read our houseplant acclimatization guide.