Matisia citrus originates from South America and

originates from South America and has spread in popularity to many parts of Asia

growing to only about half normal size

Leaves are shiny

A rounded fruit with the later crop being more pear-shaped

Matisia citrus originates from South America andThe Matisia is a fast growing tropical tree native to the lowland rainforests of Peru, Equador and adjacent areas of Brazil. In its native forest it can grow to 45m but in cultivation it reaches about 12m. Sometimes seen as a buttressed tree, it is semi deciduous and has tiered stiff branches in whorls of five. The leaves are clustered in rosettes towards the ends of the branches. Attractive flowers that are either yellowish white or rose tinted are