Sunday, September 14, 2008

Fortunella crassifolia

''Fortunella crassifolia'' is a species of Kumquat. They are also called, Miewa Kumquat, Round Kumquat, Sweet Kumquat. The flesh is sweet and are commonly eaten raw. They are cultivated for its edible fruit and as an ornamental plant. They are native to China. They are grown in Japan. The fruit can also be made into jams and jellies. This species has been introduced to the USA as an ornamental plant. They are usually kept indoors in colder climates.

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