Buddha's Hand Tree

About Buddha’s Hand Citrus Tree

A fragrant beauty with unique fruit! Experience the captivating allure of the Buddha’s Hand Citrus Tree, an extraordinary compact citrus tree celebrated for its finger-like fruit and delightful lemon fragrance. Each fruit, resembling human hands, offers a visually stunning display and emits a soothing aroma that freshens the air, making it a prized addition to any garden or indoor space.

Renowned for its distinctively shaped fruit and delicate lemon scent, the Buddha’s Hand Citron is cherished in China and Japan for its ornamental and culinary value. Its yellow rind, rich in essential oils, exudes a fragrance reminiscent of violets or osmanthus, creating a sensory delight in any setting. While the fruit contains no pulp, its zest is prized for flavoring various dishes, desserts, and beverages. Symbolizing happiness and long life, Buddha’s Hand holds cultural significance and is often used in traditional rituals and celebrations.

Growing Buddha’s Hand

To grow Buddha’s Hand, provide full sun exposure and well-drained soil rich in organic matter. With its self-fertile nature, this citrus tree requires minimal maintenance and is adaptable to container growth or outdoor planting. Protect the tree from frost by providing adequate shelter or bringing it indoors during cold spells. Buddha’s Hand is winter hardy to USDA Zones 10-11 but makes an excellent house plant in cooler regions. Prune to maintain a manageable size and enhance fruit production.

Embrace the allure of the Buddha’s Hand Citrus Tree, a versatile and visually captivating addition to any landscape or indoor space. With its unique fruit and aromatic fragrance, it offers a sensory experience like no other, inviting joy and tranquility into your home or garden.

Citrus medica 'sarcodactylis'