Fortunella (Noun)
Meaning
Small genus of shrubs native to south China producing small ovoid fruits resembling oranges: includes kumquats.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The fortunella genus is often used as an ornamental plant due to its attractive flowers and small, edible fruits.
- Fortunella plants are commonly grown in greenhouses in regions with colder climates to protect them from frost damage.
- The fruit of the fortunella plant is usually eaten whole, skin and all, and is often used in traditional Chinese medicine.
- Fortunella plants require well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade to thrive in their natural environment.
- In some parts of the world, fortunella fruits are pickled or preserved in sugar syrup to be enjoyed throughout the year.