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Citrus reticulata
Mandarin orange नारंगी
Native
Commonly known as Narangi.
Seed or sapling available
Habit
Fruits
Origin
Native
Flowering
Winter
Edible
Yes
Sourcing
Available
Sun
Full sun
Water
Steady moisture
Drainage
Must not sit wet
Sow
In the monsoon
Started from
Grafting
Flowers attract bees and other pollinators; fruit may be eaten by birds and mammals.
- Use a healthy budded or grafted plant.
- Plant during the monsoon in full sun with well-drained soil.
- Water regularly during establishment, then deeply during dry periods.
- Mulch the root zone and prune only to remove damaged or crossing branches.
Citrus fruits are deeply embedded in Indian seasonal food traditions and household orchards.
- Eaten fresh, or used in juice, desserts, preserves, and flavouring.
These uses are documented for information only and are not medical advice. Always verify the species and the plant part before use.
Cultivated across India, particularly in subtropical regions.