Botanical Profile
Citrus maxima is a tropical evergreen citrus tree from the Rutaceae family known for its very large fruits and vigorous growth.
Scientific Name
Citrus maxima (Burm.) Merr. (synonym: Citrus grandis Osbeck in older classifications).
Local Name
Commonly known as pomelo, pummelo, or jeruk bali in Indonesia and Southeast Asia.
Native Habitat
Native to Southeast Asia, where it grows in warm tropical and subtropical climates with moderate to high humidity.
Germination Difficulty
Easy — fresh seeds germinate reliably under warm and moist conditions.
Germination Timeframe
Usually germinates within 2–5 weeks.
Growing Condition
Grow in full sun, fertile well-drained soil, moderate humidity, and temperatures around 22–32°C. Water regularly but avoid waterlogged soil.
Collector Significance
Collectors and fruit growers value this species for its large edible fruits, citrus fragrance, and importance in tropical fruit cultivation.
General Information
These seeds are rare and often hard to find online. Many available seeds have low viability due to long storage, but we provide fresh seeds with higher germination potential.
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