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Variegated Buddha's Hand

Scientific Name: Citrus medica 'Fingered' [variegated]

Also Known As

  • Citrus medica variegata
  • Variegated Citron

Plant type

shrub, fruit / vegetable

size

  • H: 3'-10'
  • W: 2'-8'

planting zones

  • 9a-10b

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Variegated Buddha's Hand plant details

Variegated Buddha's Hand is a broadleaf evergreen fruit / vegetable or shrub with green, variegated and white foliage. In fall, spring, summer and winter white flowers emerge followed by yellow fruit. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Variegated Buddha's Hand

Plant type: fruit / vegetable or shrub
Plant family: rutaceae
Foliage: evergreen green, variegated and white
Mature size: 2 FT - 8 FT - wide, 3 FT - 10 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in fall, spring, summer and winter

GROWING CONDITIONS for Variegated Buddha's Hand

USDA Zones: 9a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Buddha's Hand is one of the most sought after citrus in existence for its unusual shape and culinary uses. We're happy to introduce the rare Variegated Buddha's Hand. The large attractive leaves show a creamy-ivory edging, a green center and light tones throughout. Although slower growing than the regular Buddha's Hand, the beauty of the leaves makes it well worth the wait. The variegation is stable and when the fruit does appear, the lemon zest from the rind is a perfect blend of sweet and sour.

Gardening facts about Variegated Buddha's Hand plant

How to Grow Variegated Buddha's Hand

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • variegated
    • white
    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Fruit

    • yellow
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • summer
    • fall
    • winter
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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Plant Type

Tree, Shrub

Zones

9a-12

Size

Height: 8'-12'

Width: 5'-10'

  • sun - mostly sun
  • regular
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Scientific Name: Citrus medica 'Fingered'

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Plant Type

Tree, Shrub, Fruit / Vegetable

Zones

10a-11

Size

Height: 6'-10'

Width: 6'-10'

  • sun
  • even moisture - regular
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Plant Type

Shrub

Zones

5a-9b

Size

Height: 8'-29'

Width: 6'-15'

  • sun
  • regular - drought tolerant
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Plant Type

Tree, Shrub, Fruit / Vegetable

Zones

8a-12

Size

Height: 6'-10'

Width: 5'-8'

  • sun
  • even moisture - regular
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Scientific Name: Citrus x jambhiri 'Meyer'

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Plant Type

Tree, Shrub, Fruit / Vegetable

Zones

9a-11

Size

Height: 8'-10'

Width: 5'-12'

  • sun - mostly shade
  • regular
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