Citrus sinensis
Family: Rutaceae
Common names: ORANGE, SWEET ORANGE
Native to: Origin Unknown, Probably Southern China, Vietnam
Sentiments: orange blossoms means your purity equals your loveliness, orange means generosity
Plant
Type: tree
Form: erect
Leaves evergreen
Max height: 43 feet
Max width: 43 feet
Flower
white/off white
Leaf
green
Horticulture
Attracts wildlife: adult butterfly, hummingbird, specific butterfly species
Bird species attracted to plant: orioles
Plant part consumed by birds: nectar
Plant features: evergreen
Edible: fruit
Exposure: sun
Landscape use: flower fragrant
Propagates by: seed
flowers in spring
Soil type: well drained
USDA Zones: zone 9 to +20 f, zone 10 to +30 f, zone 11 to +40 f, zone 12 above +40 f
Temp. range: +20 to above +40 °F
Water: moderate, regular
Butterflies that feed on this plant
