Description

About Plants:

Height: 1-1.5 Feet

Variety:Indian

Age: 4-6 Months

Type: Grafted

Color:Yellow

Use: Home Garden / Farming Purpose

Apply In: Soil Outdoor

Benefits & Description About Product:

The Buddha\'s Hand is an exotic citrus fruit known for its distinctive finger-like segments that resemble a hand, giving it its name. This fruit has a thick, aromatic rind, little to no juicy pulp or seeds, and is highly valued for its fragrant zest used in perfumes, potpourri, and culinary applications. The fruit itself is both a decorative item and a symbol of auspiciousness, with its appearance in Buddhist culture representing happiness and long life.
Appearance
The most striking feature is its finger-like projections.
The segments are fused at the base, resembling a hand or a cluster of fingers.
The skin is bright yellow and rough or bumpy.
Fruit Characteristics
It is a type of citron with a thick, aromatic rind.
It has very little to no juicy pulp or seeds.
The interior is mostly white pith.
Uses
Culinary:The fragrant zest is used in various dishes, liqueurs, and as a general flavoring.
Fragrance:The fruit\'s strong aroma makes it a popular ingredient for potpourri, perfumes, and other scented products.
Decoration:It\'s used as an ornamental item, adding beauty to homes and temples.
Cultural Symbolism:In Chinese culture, it symbolizes happiness and long life and is used as a sacrificial offering.
Growing Conditions
Native to northeastern India and China.
It is a small tree or shrub that is sensitive to frost and requires a warm, temperate climate to thrive.
It can be grown in containers and may need to be brought indoors during colder months.