FREE

Description

Kumquats is a small fruit-bearing tree in the flowering family Rutaceae, either forming the genus Fortunella, or placed within Citrus sensu lato..
The kumquat tree is slow-growing, shrubby, compact, 8 to 15 ft (2.4-4.5 m) tall, the branches light-green and angled when young, thornless or with a few spines. The apparently simple leaves are alternate, lanceolate, 1 1/4 to 3 3/8 in (3.25-8.6 cm) long, finely toothed from the apex to the middle, dark-green, glossy above, lighter beneath. Sweetly fragrant, 5-parted, white flowers are borne singly or 1 to 4 together in the leaf axils. The fruit is oval-oblong or round, 5/8 to 1 1/2 in (1.6-4 cm) wide; peel is golden-yellow to reddish-orange, with large, conspicuous oil glands, y, thick, tightly clinging, edible, the outer layer spicy, the inner layer sweet; the pulp is scant, in 3 to 6 segments, not very juicy, to sub; contains small, pointed or sometimes none; they are green within..
Fresh kumquats, especially the 'Meiwa', can be eaten raw, whole. For preserving, they should be left until they lose some of their moisture and acquire richer flavor. The fruits are easily preserved whole in sugar sirup. Canned kumquats are exported from Taiwan and often served as dessert in Chinese restaurants. For candying, the fruits are soaked in hot water with baking soda, next day cut open and cooked briefly each day for 3 days in heavy sirup, then dried and sugared. Kumquats are excellent for making marmalade, either alone or half-and-half with calamondins. The fruit may be pickled by merely packing in jars of water, vinegar, and salt, partially sealing for 4 to 5 days, changing the brine, sealing and letting stand for 6 to 8 weeks. To make sweet pickles, halved fruits are boiled until tender, drained, boiled again in a mixture of corn sirup, vinegar, water and sugar, with added cloves and cinnamon, and then baked until the product is thick and transparent. Kumquat sauce is made by cooking chopped, seeded fruits with honey, orange juice, salt and butter..

Kumquats are believed native to China. They were described in Chinese literature in 1178 A.D. A European writer in 1646 mentioned the fruit as having been described to him by a Portuguese missionary who had labored 22 years in China. In 1712, kumquats were included in a list of s cultivated in Japan. They have been grown in Europe and North America since the mid-19th Century, mainly as ornamental dooryard trees and as potted specimens in patios and greenhouses. They are grown mainly in California, Florida and Texas; to a lesser extent in Puerto Rico, Guatemala, Surinam, Colombia and Brazil. In South India, they can be grown only at high elevations. There is limited cultivation in Australia and South Africa.

Reviews

Kumquat Small Fruit Bearing Tree 100 Indoor/Outdoor

Fast Delivery to Colombia

Easy Returns & Exchanges

Ask About This Product

Similar Products

› Patio Lawn And Garden › Gardening And Lawn Care › Plants Seeds And Bulbs

Disclaimer: The price shown above includes all applicable taxes and fees. The information provided above is for reference purposes only. Products may go out of stock and delivery estimates may change at any time. desertcart does not validate any claims made in the product descriptions above. For additional information, please contact the manufacturer or desertcart customer service. While desertcart makes reasonable efforts to only show products available in your country, some items may be cancelled if they are prohibited for import in Colombia. For more details, please visit our Support Page.

Frequently Asked Questions About Kumquat Small Fruit Bearing Tree 100 Indoor/Outdoor in Colombia

Where can I buy Kumquat Small Fruit Bearing Tree 100 Indoor/Outdoor online at the best price in the Colombia?

desertcart is the best online shopping platform where you can buy Kumquat Small Fruit Bearing Tree 100 Indoor/Outdoor from renowned brand(s). desertcart delivers the most unique and largest selection of products from across the world especially from the US, UK and India at best prices and the fastest delivery time.

Is Kumquat Small Fruit Bearing Tree 100 Indoor/Outdoor available and ready for delivery in Colombia?

desertcart ships the Kumquat Small Fruit Bearing Tree 100 Indoor/Outdoor to Bogotá, Medellín, Cali, Barranquilla, Cartagenaand more cities in Colombia. Get unlimited free shipping in 164+ countries with desertcart Plus membership. We can deliver the Kumquat Small Fruit Bearing Tree 100 Indoor/Outdoor speedily without the hassle of shipping, customs or duties.

Does desertcart have 100% authentic Kumquat Small Fruit Bearing Tree 100 Indoor/Outdoor online?

desertcart buys Kumquat Small Fruit Bearing Tree 100 Indoor/Outdoor directly from the authorized agents and verifies the authenticity of all the products. We have a dedicated team who specialize in quality control and efficient delivery. We also provide a free 14 days return policy along with 24/7 customer support experience.

Is it safe to buy Kumquat Small Fruit Bearing Tree 100 Indoor/Outdoor on desertcart?

Yes, it is absolutely safe to buy Kumquat Small Fruit Bearing Tree 100 Indoor/Outdoor from desertcart, which is a 100% legitimate site operating in 164 countries. Since 2014, desertcart has been delivering a wide range of products to customers and fulfilling their desires. You will find several positive reviews by desertcart customers on portals like Trustpilot, etc. The website uses an HTTPS system to safeguard all customers and protect financial details and transactions done online. The company uses the latest upgraded technologies and software systems to ensure a fair and safe shopping experience for all customers. Your details are highly secure and guarded by the company using encryption and other latest softwares and technologies.