{"product_id":"kagzi-nimboo-8-pot","title":"Kagzi Nimboo - 8\" Pot","description":"\u003cp\u003eKagzi Nimboo (Citrus aurantifolia), also called acid lime or Kagzi lime, is a small thorny evergreen tree widely grown across India for its small, round, thin-skinned fruits that are exceptionally juicy and acidic. The name 'Kagzi' (paper) refers to the very thin, smooth rind. It is one of the most commercially important citrus crops in the country.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe tree is compact and bushy with glossy green leaves and fragrant white flowers that appear in flushes through the year. Under good conditions it flowers and fruits almost round the year, with the main harvests in the rainy and winter seasons. It thrives in the warm tropical and subtropical plains and is well suited to containers on terraces and balconies.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eValued for its high vitamin C content and sharp flavour, the fruit is a kitchen staple for juices, pickles, marinades and squeezes, making it a favourite home-garden and orchard plant nationwide.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFamily\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRutaceae\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eNative region\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSoutheast Asia; widely cultivated across India\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMature height\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3-5 m (kept to 1.5-2 m in containers)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMature spread\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2-4 m\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eGrowth rate\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate to fast\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFoliage\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEvergreen, glossy small elliptical aromatic leaves\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFlower colour\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWhite, fragrant\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFlower season\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMainly spring and after monsoon; can flower year-round in warm areas\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eClimate zone\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTropical and subtropical (India plains)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCare guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSunlight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull sun; at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily for good fruiting.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWatering\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRegular and deep watering; keep soil moist but never waterlogged. Reduce in winter and during rains.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSoil \/ mix\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWell-drained sandy loam rich in organic matter; pH 6.0-7.5. Avoid heavy, waterlogged soils.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eTemperature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBest at 20-35 C; tolerates Indian summer heat but is sensitive to frost and cold below 5 C.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eHumidity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdapts to a range of humidity; prefers moderate humidity with good air circulation.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFertilizer\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFeed with compost\/FYM plus a balanced NPK and micronutrients (especially zinc); apply 3-4 times a year during active growth.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePruning\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRemove dead, crossing and water-shoot branches after harvest; light shaping keeps containers compact. Wear gloves for thorns.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eRepotting\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRepot container plants every 2-3 years into a larger pot with fresh well-drained mix at the start of the growing season.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePropagation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCommonly by seed (largely true to type), and by air-layering (gootee), cuttings or budding for quality plants.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePests \u0026amp; problems\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWatch for citrus leaf miner, aphids, citrus psylla, scale, mites and fungal canker\/gummosis; treat with neem oil and good sanitation.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eToxicity \/ safety\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFruit is edible and non-toxic; juice\/peel oils are mildly photo-irritating to skin in strong sun and the foliage is best kept from pets.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eDifficulty\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEasy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eUses\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;A versatile Indian kitchen and garden plant:\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;ol\u0026gt;\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Fresh juice for nimbu pani, lemonade, sherbets and cocktails.\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Squeezed over dals, chaats, salads and street food; key souring agent in cooking.\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Classic lime pickle (nimbu ka achaar) and preserves.\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Marinades and tenderising for meats and paneer.\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Home remedy and rich source of vitamin C; peel and oil used in cleaning and aromatics.\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Attractive fragrant flowering tree for terraces, balconies and home orchards.\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;\/ol\u0026gt;\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGrowing tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;Plant or repot at the onset of the warm season (Feb-Mar) so roots establish before peak summer. In hot North Indian summers, mulch the base and water early morning\/evening to prevent fruit drop.\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;Feed well before the main flowering flushes (spring and post-monsoon). Protect young plants from frost in North India during Dec-Jan with cloth cover or by moving pots to a sheltered spot. Ensure sharp drainage during the monsoon to avoid root rot, and spray neem oil periodically to keep leaf miner and psylla in check.\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow long does a Kagzi Nimboo plant take to fruit?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSeed-grown plants usually start fruiting in about 3-4 years, while air-layered or budded plants can fruit in roughly 2 years. With full sun and good feeding it then bears in multiple flushes through the year.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan I grow Kagzi Nimboo in a pot on my balcony?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. Use a large (minimum 38-45 cm) pot with well-drained soil, place it in 6-8 hours of direct sun, water regularly without waterlogging, and feed every few weeks during growth. Prune lightly to keep it compact.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy are the leaves of my lime plant curling or showing silvery trails?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSilvery, winding trails indicate citrus leaf miner, while curling can be aphids or psylla. Spray neem oil on new flushes, remove badly affected leaves, and ensure balanced feeding and good sunlight to harden growth.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"vedicflora","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51048669806838,"sku":"PLT-KAGZINIMBOO-P08-NA","price":130.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0805\/4980\/6326\/files\/nurserylive-plants-kagzi-nimboo-lemon-tree-plant-16968973811852_e3e9137d-ff0f-4ee4-9581-9807d76dbb78.jpg?v=1782711522","url":"https:\/\/vedicflora.com\/products\/kagzi-nimboo-8-pot","provider":"vedicflora","version":"1.0","type":"link"}