Spanish Lime (Melicoccus bijugatus) Live Tree – 2 Feet Tall, 3 Gallon Pot

Grow an unusual tropical fruit tree with the Spanish Lime, botanically known as Melicoccus bijugatus. Also called Quenepa, Mamoncillo, Genip, and Limoncillo, this distinctive fruit tree is native to northern South America and the Caribbean.

Despite its name, Spanish Lime is not a true lime. It belongs to a different botanical family and is related to lychee and longan. Its fruits grow in clusters and have a unique combination of sweet and tart flavors.

Plant Details

• Common name: Spanish Lime

• Botanical name: Melicoccus bijugatus

• Other names: Quenepa, Mamoncillo, Genip, Limoncillo

• Plant type: Tropical fruit tree

• Shipping height: Approximately 2 feet tall

• Shipping pot: 3-gallon nursery pot

Fruit Characteristics

Spanish Lime produces clusters of small, round fruits with smooth green skin, resembling tiny limes or green grapes.

Inside, the fruit has:

• Translucent, gelatinous flesh

• Salmon-colored, yellowish, or greenish flesh

• A large central seed

• A distinctive sweet-and-tart flavor

The unusual fruit texture and refreshing flavor make Spanish Lime a favorite in many Caribbean and Latin American communities.

A Unique Tropical Fruit Tree

Whether you know it as Quenepa, Mamoncillo, Genip, or Spanish Lime, this tree is a fascinating addition to a tropical fruit collection. Its clustered fruits and distinctive flavor make it an interesting choice for home orchard enthusiasts and collectors of uncommon edible plants.

Shipping & Plant Care

Your Spanish Lime tree will arrive approximately 2 feet tall in a 3-gallon nursery pot.

Please unpack your plant promptly after delivery and allow it time to acclimate to its new environment. Some temporary leaf drop or shipping stress may occur during transit. Natural variations in plant height, branching, and appearance are normal.

This is a live plant, not harvested fruit. Flowering and fruit production are not guaranteed upon arrival. Fruiting time depends on plant maturity, growing conditions, and pollination.