Unique Caviar-Like Pulp
Produces distinctive juice-filled citrus pearls that resemble caviar and provide a refreshing, tangy flavor.
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Suitable for home gardening use
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High Quality Finger Lime Seeds
Finger Lime, scientifically known as Citrus australasica, is an unusual Australian native citrus plant prized for its elongated finger-shaped fruits and distinctive caviar-like pulp. The tiny juice-filled pearls inside the fruit offer a refreshing citrus flavor and are popular in gourmet cooking, seafood dishes, beverages, desserts, and preserves. The plant produces attractive evergreen foliage, fragrant flowers, and colorful fruits that may range from green and yellow to pink, red, and purple, depending on the variety. Finger Lime can be grown in suitable gardens and large containers, making it an interesting choice for gardeners looking to grow a unique citrus plant from seeds.
Australian Native Citrus
Caviar Lime Fruit
Edible Citrus Plant
Unique Finger-Shaped Fruits
Key Features
Finger-Shaped Fruits
Develops unusual elongated fruits that can display attractive green, yellow, pink, red, or purple colors depending on the plant variety.
Evergreen Foliage
Features small, aromatic green leaves and thorny branches that create an attractive citrus shrub or small tree.
Gourmet Culinary Uses
The flavorful citrus pearls are popular for garnishing seafood, desserts, salads, sauces, and refreshing drinks.
Product Highlights
Australian native citrus species
Distinctive caviar-like juice pearls
Elongated finger-shaped fruits
Colorful edible citrus fruits
Small aromatic evergreen leaves
Suitable for large garden containers
Prefers well-drained fertile soil
Can be grown from fresh seeds
Specifications
| Scientific Name | Citrus australasica |
| Common Name | Finger Lime, Australian Finger Lime, Caviar Lime |
| Plant Family | Rutaceae |
| Seed Type | Fruit Tree Seeds |
| Plant Type | Evergreen Citrus Shrub or Small Tree |
| Origin | Eastern Australia |
| Growth Habit | Upright, bushy, branching growth with thorny stems |
| Fruit Shape | Elongated, cylindrical, finger-shaped fruits |
| Fruit Color | Green, yellow, pink, red, purple, or other variety-dependent shades |
| Fruit Pulp | Small, juicy, caviar-like citrus pearls |
| Flavor | Refreshing, tangy citrus flavor |
| Flower Color | White to pale pink |
| USDA Hardiness Zones | Climate-dependent; generally suited to warm subtropical and tropical conditions |
| Planting Season | Warm, frost-free growing periods; avoid extreme heat and cold |
| Seed Starting | Use fresh, cleaned seeds and sow in a suitable moist, well-drained growing medium |
| Germination Time | Variable and potentially several months; germination can be slow and erratic |
| Germination Temperature | A consistently warm environment is recommended; an exact species-specific temperature is not established |
| Sunlight | Full sun to partial shade; afternoon protection can help in hotter climates |
| Soil Requirements | Fertile, organic-rich, slightly acidic, well-drained soil |
| Watering | Regular watering during establishment and active growth; avoid waterlogging |
| Mature Plant Size | Approximately 2–6 metres, depending on variety and growing conditions |
| Plant Spacing | Allow approximately 2–3 metres where growing as a full-sized garden shrub, adjusting for variety and pruning |
| Time to Fruiting | Seed-grown plants can take approximately 5–15 years to reach maturity |
| Primary Uses | Fresh eating, seafood garnishing, beverages, desserts, sauces, and ornamental gardening |
Growing Guide
Step 1: Prepare Fresh Finger Lime Seeds
Use fresh, mature Finger Lime seeds for better propagation potential. Carefully clean away any remaining fruit pulp using clean water. Finger Lime seeds can lose viability during storage, so fresh planting material is preferable.
Use fresh, mature Finger Lime seeds for better propagation potential. Carefully clean away any remaining fruit pulp using clean water. Finger Lime seeds can lose viability during storage, so fresh planting material is preferable.
Step 2: Prepare the Growing Medium
Select a small pot or seed tray with adequate drainage holes. Fill it with a light, fertile, well-drained seed-starting mixture. A growing medium containing quality potting mix and organic matter can help provide suitable conditions for young citrus seedlings.
Select a small pot or seed tray with adequate drainage holes. Fill it with a light, fertile, well-drained seed-starting mixture. A growing medium containing quality potting mix and organic matter can help provide suitable conditions for young citrus seedlings.
Step 3: Sow the Seeds
Place the cleaned seeds in the prepared growing medium and cover them lightly with soil. Water gently to settle the medium without washing away the seeds. Keep the container in a consistently warm location. Germination can be slow and irregular, so avoid disturbing the soil while waiting for seedlings to emerge.
Place the cleaned seeds in the prepared growing medium and cover them lightly with soil. Water gently to settle the medium without washing away the seeds. Keep the container in a consistently warm location. Germination can be slow and irregular, so avoid disturbing the soil while waiting for seedlings to emerge.
Step 4: Provide Suitable Light and Water
Once seedlings emerge, provide bright light and gradually introduce them to suitable outdoor conditions. Maintain consistent soil moisture while ensuring proper drainage. Protect young plants from extreme heat, strong winds, and cold temperatures.
Once seedlings emerge, provide bright light and gradually introduce them to suitable outdoor conditions. Maintain consistent soil moisture while ensuring proper drainage. Protect young plants from extreme heat, strong winds, and cold temperatures.
Step 5: Transplant and Maintain Your Plant
When seedlings become sufficiently established, transplant them into larger containers or a suitable garden location. Provide fertile, well-drained soil, regular watering, and appropriate citrus nutrition. Allow sufficient room for the mature shrub to develop. Remember that seed-grown Finger Lime plants may take several years to produce fruit.
When seedlings become sufficiently established, transplant them into larger containers or a suitable garden location. Provide fertile, well-drained soil, regular watering, and appropriate citrus nutrition. Allow sufficient room for the mature shrub to develop. Remember that seed-grown Finger Lime plants may take several years to produce fruit.
Grow Something Unique with High Quality Finger Lime Seeds
Discover the fascinating world of Australian Finger Lime and enjoy growing an unusual citrus plant with distinctive finger-shaped fruits and refreshing caviar-like juice pearls. Its attractive evergreen foliage, fragrant flowers, and culinary value make it an interesting addition to suitable home gardens and large containers. Provide fresh planting seeds, warm growing conditions, adequate sunlight, and well-drained soil to support healthy plant development. Start growing your own Finger Lime plant and experience this remarkable citrus species in your garden.
Frequently Asked Questions
Explore helpful answers about Finger Lime seed germination, fruit production, growing conditions, and the unique uses of this Australian citrus plant.
How long does it take for Finger Lime seeds to germinate?
Finger Lime seeds can germinate slowly and irregularly. Depending on seed freshness, viability, moisture, and growing conditions, germination may take several weeks or several months. Use fresh, cleaned seeds and maintain a consistently warm, lightly moist growing medium. Avoid excessive watering because waterlogged soil can damage developing seeds.
How many years does a Finger Lime tree grown from seeds take to produce fruit?
A Finger Lime tree grown from seeds is slow to mature and may take approximately 5–15 years to reach fruiting maturity. The actual time depends on genetics, climate, plant health, and growing conditions. Seed-grown plants may also produce fruits with characteristics different from their parent plant. Grafted Finger Lime trees generally produce fruit much earlier.
Can Finger Lime be grown in pots on a balcony or terrace?
Yes. Finger Lime can be grown in a large container with suitable drainage, quality citrus potting mix, and sufficient sunlight. Choose a spacious pot that allows the roots to develop, and place it in a bright location with protection from extreme afternoon heat and strong winds. Regular watering, occasional citrus feeding, and pruning can help maintain a manageable plant size.