Grafted Spanish Lime Mamoncillo Live Fruit Tree (Melicoccus bijugatus) 8-12 inch

About This Plant

The Spanish Lime, Mamoncillo, Quenepa, or Genip is a tropical evergreen fruit tree valued for dense green foliage and clusters of round green fruits with sweet to tangy pulp when mature. This is a young grafted starter tree suitable for tropical fruit collections, warm-climate landscapes, patios, and container growing while young.

What You Will Receive

1 live grafted Spanish Lime Mamoncillo tree, approximately 8–12 inches tall. Healthy young grafted fruit tree in a tropical evergreen variety grown for edible fruit. Secure packaging for safe arrival.

Growing Information

• Common Name: Spanish Lime, Mamoncillo, Quenepa, Genip
• Botanical Name: Melicoccus bijugatus
• Plant Type: Tropical evergreen fruit tree
• Growth Stage: Young grafted starter tree
• Sun Requirements: Full sun
• Soil: Fertile, well-draining soil
• Watering: Moderate; water regularly during establishment while avoiding waterlogged conditions
• Mature Height: Approximately 30–60 feet in landscape
• Growth Habit: Upright, branching evergreen tree
• Foliage: Dense green evergreen leaves
• Fruit: Round green fruit with sweet to tangy edible pulp
• Growth Rate: Moderate to fast under favorable tropical conditions
• Climate: Tropical to subtropical
• USDA Zones: Approximately 10–11
• Container Friendly: Yes while young; requires increasing space as it matures

Care Tip

Grow in a warm, sunny location with fertile, well-draining soil. Keep soil moderately moist during establishment, avoiding waterlogging. If grown in a container, gradually increase pot size as the root system develops. Protect from frost and cold temperatures and provide plenty of sunlight and warmth for healthy growth.