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Native Round Lime (Citrus australis)
🌿 Native Round Lime (Citrus australis)
Native Round Lime (Citrus australis) is a hardy Queensland native citrus tree with fragrant foliage and round orange–green fruit. Naturally occurring in a limited range from Gympie to the Tweed River, this tree is ideal for bushfood gardens, wildlife plantings, and edible landscapes. Its flowers attract native bees, and its fruit feeds birds and supports butterflies.
Plant size: Tubestock — sun-hardened, well-established, and ready to plant.
🐦🦋 Wildlife & ecological value
Birds: Attracts insect-eating birds, fruit-eating birds and prickly shelter for small birds
Butterflies: Host plant for Swallowtails (Papilionidae)
Bees: Fragrant flowers attract native bees and other pollinators
🌱 Growing conditions & care
Sun: Full sun to part shade; best fruiting in full sun
Soil: Rich, well-drained; tolerates clay if drainage is improved
Water: Moderate; keep moist during fruiting
Maintenance: Light prune after fruiting; mulch to retain moisture; protect young roots; avoid high-phosphorus fertilisers
⚠️ Cautions
Large tree — plant away from buildings and pipes
Prickly
📏 Size & form
Form: Tree
Height × Width: 3–10 m × 2–6 m
🪴 Ideal uses
Bushfood garden — fruit for drinks, marmalade, leaves for flavouring
Edible feature tree
Rainforest and subtropical plantings
Wildlife-friendly gardens for birds, bees, and butterflies
🌳 Conservation / ecological note
Limited natural distribution: Occurs from Gympie to the Tweed River; important to plant responsibly
Supports local biodiversity in subtropical rainforest remnants
Fun fact: The fragrant leaves and bright fruit make this tree a dual-purpose plant, supporting both wildlife and bushfood enthusiasts.
What’s Included:
Sun-hardened, well-established tubestock, ready to plant in your garden.
Plant care & planting guide to help your new plant thrive.
Plant care sheet with: seasonal tracker, wildlife tracker, and prompts to connect you with nature. Designed to be kept and added to over time.
Collector Binder (optional, $10):
Store your plant care sheets and build your biodiverse garden at your own pace. Track wildlife visitors, seasonal changes, and progress — great for getting kids involved. Inspired by ’90s collector nostalgia, it’s a playful way to notice the little things and connect with nature.
Rewilding Impact:
Every plant you add — whether 1 or many — contributes to rewilding your garden for birds, bees, butterflies, and other wildlife. Your garden becomes a small but meaningful stepping stone for local biodiversity.
Processing & Pick-Up:
Your order will be carefully prepared and ready within 1–3 business days.
Pickup options:
Plant stand at a cafe in Brighton, 4017
Home base- Kallangur,4503 - front door stand.
You will recieve an email from me once your order is ready to arrange pickup
🌿 Native Round Lime (Citrus australis)
Native Round Lime (Citrus australis) is a hardy Queensland native citrus tree with fragrant foliage and round orange–green fruit. Naturally occurring in a limited range from Gympie to the Tweed River, this tree is ideal for bushfood gardens, wildlife plantings, and edible landscapes. Its flowers attract native bees, and its fruit feeds birds and supports butterflies.
Plant size: Tubestock — sun-hardened, well-established, and ready to plant.
🐦🦋 Wildlife & ecological value
Birds: Attracts insect-eating birds, fruit-eating birds and prickly shelter for small birds
Butterflies: Host plant for Swallowtails (Papilionidae)
Bees: Fragrant flowers attract native bees and other pollinators
🌱 Growing conditions & care
Sun: Full sun to part shade; best fruiting in full sun
Soil: Rich, well-drained; tolerates clay if drainage is improved
Water: Moderate; keep moist during fruiting
Maintenance: Light prune after fruiting; mulch to retain moisture; protect young roots; avoid high-phosphorus fertilisers
⚠️ Cautions
Large tree — plant away from buildings and pipes
Prickly
📏 Size & form
Form: Tree
Height × Width: 3–10 m × 2–6 m
🪴 Ideal uses
Bushfood garden — fruit for drinks, marmalade, leaves for flavouring
Edible feature tree
Rainforest and subtropical plantings
Wildlife-friendly gardens for birds, bees, and butterflies
🌳 Conservation / ecological note
Limited natural distribution: Occurs from Gympie to the Tweed River; important to plant responsibly
Supports local biodiversity in subtropical rainforest remnants
Fun fact: The fragrant leaves and bright fruit make this tree a dual-purpose plant, supporting both wildlife and bushfood enthusiasts.
What’s Included:
Sun-hardened, well-established tubestock, ready to plant in your garden.
Plant care & planting guide to help your new plant thrive.
Plant care sheet with: seasonal tracker, wildlife tracker, and prompts to connect you with nature. Designed to be kept and added to over time.
Collector Binder (optional, $10):
Store your plant care sheets and build your biodiverse garden at your own pace. Track wildlife visitors, seasonal changes, and progress — great for getting kids involved. Inspired by ’90s collector nostalgia, it’s a playful way to notice the little things and connect with nature.
Rewilding Impact:
Every plant you add — whether 1 or many — contributes to rewilding your garden for birds, bees, butterflies, and other wildlife. Your garden becomes a small but meaningful stepping stone for local biodiversity.
Processing & Pick-Up:
Your order will be carefully prepared and ready within 1–3 business days.
Pickup options:
Plant stand at a cafe in Brighton, 4017
Home base- Kallangur,4503 - front door stand.
You will recieve an email from me once your order is ready to arrange pickup