Plant Care Calamondin

Calamondin

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Calamondin has a Blooms easily plant personality Blooms easily
Calamondin has a Survivor plant personality Survivor

Also known as

Calamansi and Citrus Madurensis Calamondin

Taxonomy

Citrus x microcarpa
Citrus
Rutaceae
Sapindales

How to care for Calamondin

💦 Water

How often to water your Calamondin

Water needs for Calamondin
0.5 cups
every 9

Calamondin 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.

Calculate water needs of Calamondin

Water 0.5 cups every
9

Does your plant get direct sunlight?

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5"
☀️ Light

Finding light for Calamondin in your home

Light needs and placement for plant Calamondin: 1ft from a window
1ft or less from
a window

Calamondin love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

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

Calamondin does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

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

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Calamondin

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Calamondin: 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 Calamondin after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

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💡 FAQs
💦 Water Needs

Calamondin 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.

Calamondin Water Frequency →

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☀️ Sunlight Needs

Calamondin 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 🏡.

Calamondin Light Requirements →

Calamondin Direct Sunlight Needs & Tolerance →


🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Greg does not have confirmed data on this plant’s toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, it’s always best to consult a medical professional.

If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control at US (800) 222-1222. If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA at US (888) 426-4435.

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💨 Humidity

Calamondin 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.

Calamondin Humidity Needs →


🪴 Soil

Calamondin 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!

Best Soil Mix for Calamondin →

When and How to Successfully Repot Calamondin →


💩 Fertilizer

Calamondin 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!

How Much and When to Fertilize Calamondin →


🌎 Native Region

Calamondin is native to Southeast Asia and Australia.


🧐 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.


Care Summary for Calamondin

Calamondin

Calamondin


Greg recommends:

Water

0.5 cups every 9 days

Placement

< 1ft from a window

Nutrients

Repot after 2x growth

Based on the 4” pot your plant is in, and that it doesn’t get direct sunlight.

What other plant parents say

Calamondin has a Blooms easily plant personality Blooms easily 6
Calamondin has a Survivor plant personality Survivor 5
Calamondin has a Fast grower plant personality Fast grower 3
Calamondin has a Large, lush leaves plant personality Large, lush leaves 1
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