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Key Lime Tree

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Large, lush leaves

Blooms easily

About Key Lime Tree

Key Lime Tree is a popular houseplant 🌿 that needs regular watering to thrive. They do best in long-lasting, direct light ☀️ and should be less than 1 foot from a window.

Plant parents describe this plant as having large, lush leaves and easy to bloom with a whopping 535 being grown with Greg around the world. Check out the reviews below for more details!🌟

Key Lime Tree likes soil that is well draining. Your plant shouldn't need added fertilizers if you repot each time it doubles in size.

⚠️ Key Lime Tree is not safe to consume. If you, a family member, or a pet has ingested any amount of plant material contact Poison Control, US (800) 222-1222, or your veterinarian. If you have children, cats, or dogs in the home, we suggest keeping this plant out of reach.

Taxonomy

Scientific name

Citrus x aurantifolia

Genus

Citrus

Family

Rutaceae

Order

Sapindales

Also known as

Lime, West indian lime, Bartender's lime, Omani lime, Mexican lime, Dayap, Bilolo, Citrus aurantiifolia., Citrus aurantifolia and Citrus reticulata.

How to care for Key Lime Tree

💦 Water

How often to water your Key Lime Tree

Key Lime Tree needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Water 0.5 cups every
9

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☀️ Light

Finding light for Key Lime Tree in your home

Key Lime Tree love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

Key Lime Tree does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Key Lime Tree in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Key Lime Tree

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Key Lime Tree: repot after 2X growth

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.

By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Key Lime Tree after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

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💡 FAQs

💦 Water Needs

Key Lime Tree prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

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☀️ Sunlight Needs

Key Lime Tree requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

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🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Key Lime Tree is not safe to consume. If you, a family member, or a pet has ingested any amount of plant material contact Poison Control, US (800) 222-1222, or your veterinarian. If you have children, cats, or dogs in the home, we suggest keeping this plant out of reach.

💨 Humidity

Key Lime Tree doesn’t require additional humidity. Plants absorb most water through their root system rather than their leaves, so the best way to provide humidity for your plants is through watering the soil.

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🪴 Soil

Key Lime Tree does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!

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💩 Fertilizer

Key Lime Tree grows very slowly and doesn’t require added fertilizer. Replacing your plant’s potting soil once a year should provide them with more than enough nutrition. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!

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🌎 Native Region

Key Lime Tree is native to Southeast Asia and Australia.

🌦️ Growing Outdoors

USDA Hardiness Zone
Key Lime Tree can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 10a-12b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

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🧐 Troubleshooting

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.