Spanish Lime / Quenepa Live Plant

Listing is for one seedling grown out in a quart size nursery pot.

Tropical, Tart & Loved Across Latin America - Grow a tropical favorite right at home with a Spanish Lime (Melicoccus bijugatus) seedling! Known for its sweet-tart flavor and jelly-like flesh, this fruit is a beloved treat across the Caribbean and Latin America. Often eaten fresh or made into refreshing drinks, Spanish Limes grow into beautiful, shade-giving trees that produce abundant fruit once mature.

--- Plant Information:

Common Names: Spanish Lime, Mamoncillo, Genip, Quenepa, Limoncillo

Growth Habit: Large tropical fruit tree with a rounded canopy

Mature Height: Can grow 30–80 feet tall in ground, smaller when container-grown Fruit Production: Produces small green fruits with juicy, tangy pulp surrounding a large seed

Time to Fruit: Typically begins fruiting in 4–7 years under warm, tropical conditions

Cold Hardiness: Best for USDA zones 10–11; sensitive to frost

Sun Exposure: Requires full sun for strong growth and fruiting

--- Care Instructions After Receiving Plant:

Unpack Gently: Remove packaging and inspect your seedling

Hydrate: Water thoroughly after unpacking to rehydrate roots

Acclimate: Place in bright, indirect light for 2–3 days before moving to full sun

Transplant: Use a well-draining soil mix in a pot or garden bed with good air circulation

Monitor: Keep soil consistently moist while your seedling establishes

--- Simple Plant Care Instructions:

Soil: Prefers loamy, slightly acidic soil rich in organic matter

Water: Water regularly, especially during dry or hot spells; do not allow soil to fully dry out

Fertilizing: Feed with a balanced tropical fruit tree fertilizer every 1–2 months during growing season

Pruning: Prune young trees to establish strong structure and manage height

Container Growing: Can be grown in a large pot in warm climates—just move indoors if temperatures drop

Mulching: Apply mulch around the base to retain moisture and reduce weeds

--- Benefits & Uses:

Edible Fruit: Popular fresh snack with a tropical tang; also used in juices and preserves

Shade Tree: Grows into a beautiful canopy, great for landscaping

Cultural Favorite: Enjoyed across the Caribbean, Central, and South America

Pollinator Friendly: Flowers attract beneficial insects

Tropical Vibe: Adds a unique, exotic feel to any garden or orchard

--- What You’ll Receive:

Healthy Spanish Lime seedling, rooted and ready to plant

Simple care instructions to support successful growth