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Orange

Citrus × ​sinensis

Photo by Noe and Pili
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Field Notes

Description:

The sweet orange does not occur in the wild. It is believed to have been first cultivated in southern China, northeastern India, or perhaps southeastern Asia. The orange is a hybrid of ancient cultivated origin, possibly between pomelo (Citrus maxima) and mandarin (Citrus reticulata). It is an evergreen flowering tree generally growing to 9–10 m in height.

Notes:

These blossoms have a delicate scent.

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