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Common name:
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Orange
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Regional name:
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Marathi - Santra, Narangi: Hindi - Santra, Bengali - Kamala, Gujarati - Santra, Kannada - Kithilai, Malayalam - Madhura Naranga, Punjabi - Santra, Sanskrit - Airavata, Tamil - Kichili Pazham, Telugu - Kamala Pandu, Urdu - Narangi
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Category:
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Fruit Plants, Trees, Medicinal Plants
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Family:
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Rutaceae or Lemon family
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Overview
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Scientific Name: Citrus sinensis 'Bari Malta'
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Common Name: Bari Malta Orange
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Family: Rutaceae
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Origin: Pakistan
Plantation
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Location: Full sun to partial shade
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Soil: Well-draining, fertile, and slightly acidic (pH 6.0-7.0)
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Spacing: 12-25 feet (3.6-7.6 meters) between trees
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Best Time to Plant: Spring or autumn
Growing
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Temperature: 55-100°F (13-38°C)
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Watering: Regular and consistent, about 1-1.5 inches (2.5-3.8 cm) per week
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Fertilization: Balanced, slow-release fertilizer; apply per package instructions
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Pruning: Annually in late winter or early spring; remove dead, damaged, or overcrowded branches
Care
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Pest Control: Monitor for common pests such as aphids, citrus leafminer, and mites; use insecticidal soap, horticultural oil, or neem oil for treatment
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Disease Prevention: Keep the area around the tree clean; remove fallen leaves and debris to prevent fungal diseases
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Frost Protection: Protect young trees with frost cloth or wrap during freezing temperatures
Benefits
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Fruit: Delicious, seedless, and easy-to-peel fruit; rich in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants
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Ornamental Value: Attractive evergreen tree with fragrant white blossoms, glossy leaves, and colorful fruits
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Air Purification: Citrus trees have air-purifying qualities; they remove pollutants and improve air quality
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Wildlife Attraction: Provides shelter and food for birds and beneficial insects