Fukushu

The Fukushu Kumquat is surely a hybrid, but it is uncertain which kumquats are its parent varieties. It is known as Changshou in China (probably named after the city of the same name located along the Yangtze River in central China) and as Fukushu in Japan. It is characterized by being a small plant that grows very well in pots and produces large fruits among kumquats, giving it a high ornamental value.

Small tree, almost dwarf, slow-growing but very productive. Oval leaves larger than in other kumquats. Large fruits among kumquats, with a pear or bell shape; they have a depressed apical area. Smooth bark, orange-yellow in color, not as compact as in other kumquats, very aromatic. Fine albedo. Orange pulp, acidic and more abundant than in other kumquats. Contains seeds.

Its characteristics give it great ornamental value. The fruits can be eaten fresh and whole, although their skin tends to contain an excess of essential oils.