Water
Water thoroughly when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry. Avoid overwatering, as this can lead to root rot. Ensure good drainage. Reduce watering frequency in cooler months or if the plant is in a shadier location.
Also known as Indonesian Lime Leaves · Jeruk Purut · Kaffir Lime
Makrut Lime (Citrus hystrix) is a citrus fruit native to Southeast Asia, prized for its aromatic leaves and intensely sour, fragrant juice used in Thai and other Asian cu
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
High
75% intensity
Prefers full sun for best growth and fruit production.
Moderate
50% intensity
Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings.
Well-drained, fertile
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Thrives in warm temperatures; protect from frost.
Outdoor
50% intensity
High
75% intensity
Requires regular feeding during the growing season.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | Yes |
None
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water thoroughly when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry. Avoid overwatering, as this can lead to root rot. Ensure good drainage. Reduce watering frequency in cooler months or if the plant is in a shadier location.
Prune to shape the plant, remove dead or crossing branches, and encourage bushier growth. Heavy pruning is best done in late winter or early spring before new growth begins. Light pruning can be done throughout the year.
Makrut limes are typically propagated by grafting or air layering for best results. Cuttings can be taken but often root with difficulty.
Seeds can be sown but may not produce true-to-type fruit and take many years to mature.
Repot every 2-3 years, or when the plant becomes root-bound. Choose a pot that is only slightly larger than the current one. Use a well-draining potting mix, ideally one formulated for citrus plants. Repot in spring.
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Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Sapindales |
| Family | Rutaceae |
| Genus | Citrus |
| Species | Citrus hystrix |
Similar in genus Citrus
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