Bumpy Lemon (Garcinia madruno) Starter Plant | Tropical Citrus Fruit Tree 12-24" Tall

Overview

The Bumpy Lemon (Garcinia madruno) is a tropical fruit tree known for its unique citrus-like flavor and attractive evergreen foliage. This starter plant grows between 12 and 24 inches tall, making it an ideal choice for gardeners in warm climates looking to add an exotic fruit tree to their collection.

Key Features

• Produces tangy, sweet-tart fruit with a refreshing citrus flavor.
• Medium to large evergreen tree with glossy green leaves.
• Versatile culinary uses including juices, jams, smoothies, fruit salads, and savory dishes.
• Thrives in full sun to partial shade, suitable for tropical and subtropical regions.
• Requires consistent moisture during the growing season without overwatering.
• Low maintenance once established, providing abundant fruit.
• Rich in Vitamin C, antioxidants, and fiber, supporting immune and digestive health.
• Propagation possible through seed, cuttings, or grafting for faster fruit production.
• Supports local wildlife and helps prevent soil erosion in tropical ecosystems.

Growing Information

• Prefers well-drained, fertile soil with a slightly acidic to neutral pH.
• Water regularly to keep soil moist but avoid waterlogging.
• Apply balanced fertilizer every 6-8 weeks during the growing season.
• Minimal pruning needed; remove dead or damaged branches as necessary.
• Harvest fruit when it turns bright yellow or orange and feels soft to the touch.
• Suitable for USDA zones 10-12.
• Non-toxic and pet friendly.

Plant Condition Disclosure

Live plants may be shipped dormant, leafless, recently pruned, bare root, or partially defoliated depending on season, weather, and shipping requirements.

Natural variation in size, branching, foliage density, color, root structure, and overall appearance should be expected.

Important Note

You will receive a live starter plant (seedling/young plant). Listing photos show the plant at a mature stage for reference only. The actual plant size, shape, and appearance may vary and will be significantly smaller than the images shown.

Customer Notice for Live Plants

Live plants may experience normal shipping stress such as leaf loss, yellowing, wilting, or minor branch damage.

Please consider local weather before purchasing. Extreme heat, freezing temperatures, severe weather, shipping delays, or unattended packages may increase plant stress.

Due to the perishable nature of live plants, returns are generally not accepted. If there is an issue with your order, please contact us within 48 hours of delivery and provide the required photos for review.

• Photos of the shipping box
• Photo of the shipping label
• Clear photos of the plant from multiple angles
• Scratch test photos if the plant appears dead or dormant

Dormant, stressed, defoliated, wilted, or transit-shocked plants are not automatically considered dead.

Claims submitted without the required photos or more than 48 hours after delivery may not be eligible for review, replacement, or refund.