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Citrus sinensis Care Guide
Care guide for Citrus sinensis: light, watering, humidity, soil and temperature, based on the species' botanical profile.
📷 Taylor DiTarando · CC BY 4.0 · GBIF/iNaturalist
⚠️ Citrus sinensis is toxic to pets — see the toxicity page.
Care at a glance
LightPlenty of light; some direct sun is tolerated.
WaterWater roughly every 7 days, let the top 2-3 cm of soil dry out between waterings. Tolerates the occasional missed watering.
HumidityHigh humidity (60-85%): mist or use a humidity tray.
TemperatureTypical indoor temperatures (16-26 °C / 60-79 °F); protect from frost.
SoilWell-draining mix, slightly acidic to neutral pH (5.0-7.0).
Growthmoderate growth. Mature height ~9.1 m (30.0 ft).
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