Thai Kaffir Lime – seeds – MGS1353

Description

Thai Kaffir Lime – MGS1353

 

Price: 160 Taka per packet (sale price)

Quantity: 05 seeds

Brand: AAA (Chua Yong Seng Seed Co. Ltd)

Origin: Thailand

 

Germination Rate (approx.): 60%

Physical Purity (Min): 98%

Genetic Purity (Min): 98%

 

🌿 Thai Kaffir Lime (Makrut Lime) – Complete Growing Guide

Germination

• Temperature: 25–32°C (optimal ≈ 28–30°C)
• Germination Time: 14–35 days (can extend to 6 weeks depending on seed freshness)

👉 Citrus seeds lose viability quickly, so fresh seeds perform much better.

Plant Size & Sowing Depth

• Height: 6–10 feet (container); up to 15–20 feet (ground)
• Spread (Canopy): 5–8 feet
• Seed Sowing Depth: 1–1.5 cm

Spacing

• Plant Spacing: 6–8 feet
• Row Spacing: 8–10 feet

Support Requirement

• No trellis needed
• Young plants benefit from staking support for first 6–12 months

Growth Timeline

• Seed → Harvest: 2.5–4 years
• Seed → Bloom: 2–3 years

👉 Faster (1–2 years) if grown from grafted plants.

Container Size

• Minimum: 16–18 inches diameter (20–30 liters)
• Ideal: 20–24 inches for long-term growth

Soil & pH

• Type: Well-drained loamy soil with organic matter
• Ideal pH: 5.5–6.5

Ideal structure:

• Loose
• Aerated
• Slightly acidic

Sunlight & Germination Light

• Sunlight: 6–8 hours/day
• Germination: Light not required; warmth & moisture are key

Water Requirement

Plant Stage	Water Amount	Frequency
Seedling	200–300 ml	Daily (light moisture)
Young plant	0.5–1 liter	Every 2–3 days
Mature plant	1.5–3 liters	Every 3–5 days

 

👉 Avoid waterlogging (very important for citrus).

Nutrient Requirements

• NPK Ratio: approx. 6-6-6 or 8-4-8
• Micronutrients: Mg, Zn, Fe essential

Organic Sources:

• Nitrogen (N): Vermicompost (~1.5%), Mustard Cake (~4-5%)
• Phosphorus (P): Bone Meal (~15-25%)
• Potassium (K): Neem Cake (~1.5%), Cow dung (~1-2%)
• Calcium: Oyster Shell Powder (~35–40%)
• Magnesium: Epsom Salt (~10% Mg)

Organic Fertilizer Plan (per 20-inch pot)

Every 30–45 days:

• Vermicompost: 500 g
• Cow dung compost: 700 g
• Trichocompost: 300 g
• Neem cake: 150 g
• Mustard cake powder: 100 g (soaked liquid preferred)
• Bone meal: 80 g
• Horn meal: 50 g
• Oyster shell powder: 30 g
• Epsom salt: 10 g (once/month)

Chemical Fertilizer (Optional)

• NPK (10-10-10): 20–30 g/month
• Urea: 10 g (split dose)
• MOP (Potash): 10–15 g
• Micronutrient spray: once every 20–30 days

Perfect Rooftop Potting Mix (Bangladesh)

Composition (%):

• Loamy Soil – 30%
• Vermicompost – 15%
• Cow Dung Compost – 15%
• Coconut Coir Dust – 10%
• Brown River Sand – 10%
• Trichocompost – 5%
• Neem Cake Powder – 4%
• Mustard Cake Powder – 3%
• Bone Meal – 3%
• Wood Charcoal – 2%
• Oyster Shell Powder – 1.5%
• Cinder/Jhama – 1.5%
• Epsom Salt – 0.5%
• Turmeric Powder – trace (~0.1%)

Companion Plants

• Basil
• Marigold
• Garlic
• Lemongrass

Taste

• Fruit Taste: 3/10 (very sour, bitter rind)
• Leaf Taste: 8/10 (aromatic, citrusy, slightly bitter)

👉 Leaves are the main culinary part.

Pests

• Aphids
• Citrus leaf miner
• Spider mites

Chemical Control:

• Imidacloprid
• Abamectin
• Chlorpyrifos

Organic:

• Neem oil spray (3–5 ml/L)
• Soap water spray
• Garlic-chili extract

Diseases

• Citrus canker
• Root rot
• Leaf spot

Chemical:

• Copper oxychloride
• Carbendazim

Organic:

• Trichoderma (soil application)
• Neem cake
• Proper drainage

Harvest Indicator

• Dark green, rough skin
• Strong citrus aroma
• Firm but slightly soft when pressed

Monthly Yield (Family of 4)

• Leaves: 200–400 grams/month
• Fruits: 1–2 kg/year sufficient

Yield per sq ft

• ~0.5–1 kg/year per sq ft (low density tree crop)

Lifespan

• 20–50 years

Nutritional Contents

• Vitamin C
• Vitamin A
• Calcium
• Essential oils

Health Benefits

• Improves digestion
• Boosts immunity
• Antibacterial properties
• Reduces stress (aroma therapy)
• Supports skin health

Recipes

Bangladeshi:

• Kaffir lime leaf infused fish curry
• Citrus leaf dal (flavoring)

🌏 Others:

• Thai Tom Yum Soup
• Thai Green Curry

Best Sowing Time (Bangladesh)

• February – April
• Also possible: September – October

Seeds per Gram

• Approx. 8–15 seeds/gram

Best Propagation Method

• Grafting or air layering (best)
• Seeds are slow and variable

Storage

Leaves:

• Refrigerator: 2–3 weeks
• Freezer: 6–12 months

Fruits:

• Room temp: 1–2 weeks
• Fridge: 3–4 weeks

Specialties

• Unique double-lobed leaves
• Highly aromatic oils
• Essential in Thai cuisine

Quotes

• “In every Kaffir lime leaf, there’s a burst of tropical fragrance waiting to awaken your senses.”
• “Not all citrus is meant to be eaten—some are meant to be experienced.”

Unknown Facts

• Leaves are more valuable than fruits commercially
• Used in perfumes and shampoos
• Traditionally used as insect repellent

Native Region

• Southeast Asia (Thailand, Indonesia, Malaysia)

Origin

• Naturally occurring citrus hybrid, cultivated for centuries in Southeast Asia

Scientific Classification

• Scientific Name: Citrus hystrix
• Family: Rutaceae

 

Infor Reference:

• FAO Citrus Production Guidelines
• University of Florida IFAS Citrus Extension
• Royal Horticultural Society (RHS)
• Thai Agricultural Research Dept.
• Purdue University Citrus Factsheets
• Citrus Research International
• Various nursery databases & seed catalogs (Thailand, India, USA

Reference Tutorial Link:

 

Disclaimer: In accordance with the universal custom of seed trade we give no warranty expressed or implied as to description, quality, productivity or any other matter of any way for the crop results beyond the purchased price especially under unsuitable season, abnormal weather, unsuitable soil and other unexpected conditions.

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