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Citrus neocaledonica

Citrus neocaledonica Guillaumin
Citrus neocaledonica
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Citrus neocaledonica, also known as Oxanthera neocaledonica, is a species in the Rutaceae family. It is native to New Caledonia and was first described in 1913 by Guillaumin.

Description

Citrus neocaledonica is a plant species belonging to the Rutaceae family, commonly known as the rue or citrus family. It is endemic to New Caledonia, an island nation in the South Pacific. The species was first formally described in 1913 by the botanist Guillaumin. It is also known by the synonym Oxanthera neocaledonica. This species is part of the genus Citrus, which includes economically important plants such as oranges, lemons, and limes. The Rutaceae family is characterized by aromatic plants often used for their essential oils and fruits.

Distribution

New Caledonia

Synonyms

Oxanthera neocaledonica

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