Gold Nugget
ActiveCitrus L. · Citrus
The Regents of the University of California
10 August 2026
The plant is a hybrid of lemon and lime, characterized by vigorous growth and the ability to reach 3 meters in height. The shoots are heavily thorned, young branches have a purple tint, and the leaves are large and pointed. Flowering is accompanied by the appearance of anthocyanin buds and white fragrant flowers gathered in inflorescences.
The fruits reach 15–18 cm in length and 10–12 cm in diameter, have a bumpy shape with a characteristic nipple at the end. Upon ripening, the peel changes color from dark green to bright yellow with an orange tint. The thickness of the albedo is 3–5 mm, the pulp is yellow, juicy, and has a moderately sour taste.
Fruiting occurs in the period from late winter to early spring, with fruits capable of remaining on the tree for up to a year. The variety is suitable for fresh consumption, as well as for making candied fruits and jams. The plant is recommended for ornamental cultivation in the form of a bush.
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