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Sathgudi Mosambi (Sweet Lime) Plant|Mosambi plant online India
Sathgudi Mosambi (Sweet Lime) Plant|Mosambi plant online India
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Sathgudi Mosambi (Sweet Lime) Plant Description
Botanical Name: Citrus limetta
Common Names: Sathgudi Mosambi, Sweet Lime, Mausambi
Plant Overview:
Sathgudi Mosambi is a popular variety of Citrus limetta, cultivated mainly in South India, especially in Andhra Pradesh and Maharashtra. It is known for its sweet, mildly tangy flavor and high juice content. The tree is medium-sized, evergreen, and thrives in tropical and subtropical climates.
Plant Characteristics:
- Size: Grows up to 3–5 meters in height with a well-branched canopy.
- Leaves: Dark green, glossy, oval-shaped with a citrusy fragrance.
- Flowers: Small, white, fragrant flowers appear in clusters.
- Fruits: Round to slightly oval, greenish-yellow when ripe, with a smooth, thin rind.
- Pulp: Light green to pale yellow, juicy, and sweet with low acidity.
- Seeds: Few in number and small.
Growing Conditions:
- Climate: Thrives in warm tropical to subtropical climates with temperatures between 15°C–35°C.
- Soil: Prefers well-drained sandy loam soil with a pH of 6.0–7.5.
- Watering: Requires regular watering but should not be overwatered to prevent root rot.
- Sunlight: Full sun (at least 6–8 hours daily).
- Fertilization: Requires NPK fertilizers along with organic manure for better growth and fruit yield.
Harvesting & Yield:
- Time to fruiting: Starts bearing fruit in 3–5 years after planting.
- Harvest season: Usually harvested twice a year, with peak seasons in July–September and December–February.
- Yield: A mature tree can produce 100–300 fruits per year, depending on care and climatic conditions.
Uses & Benefits:
- Consumed fresh or juiced for hydration and Vitamin C.
- Used in Ayurveda for digestive health and detoxification.
- Has a cooling effect and is often consumed in summer to prevent dehydration.
- Used in preparing sherbets, salads, and citrus-based desserts.
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