Chinese wampee

Also known as: galumpi; wampee; wampi

A fast-growing, tropical, evergreen shrub, or small tree, related to citrus, capable of growing up to 12m (40ft) high in its native habitat. The leaves have a pleasant scent of anise when bruised, but it is primarily grown for its edible pale-orange, egg-shaped fruits, which follow the springtime panicles of small white flowers, and are popular in southern China and Thailand for eating fresh similar to kumquats, for making jellies and for fruit drinks.

Scientific classification

Species: Chinese wampee (Clausena lansium)
Genus: Clausena
Family: Rutaceae

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Toxicity: Conservatory Greenhouse · Trees
Plant type: 8-12 metres
Height: 4-8 metres
Spread: Evergreen
Foliage: Bushy
Habit: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
Season of interest: Full sun
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Distribution of Chinese wampee

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Culture

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Toxicity

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Quick identification of Chinese wampee

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Chinese wampee care guide

Moderate regular watering, avoid prolonged drought or waterlogging
Watering: Full sun
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Watering

Moderate regular watering, avoid prolonged drought or waterlogging

Fertilizing

Balanced feed in spring and light repeat in growth season

Pruning

Little pruning is needed. Remove diseased, damaged, crowded or crossing shoots and unwanted growth. Timing depends on the plant: generally late winter or early spring; plants prone to bleeding and deciduous magnolias need different timing, and deciduous azaleas and lilacs are pruned after flowering.

Propagation

Propate by seed, or by semi-ripe cuttings

Growing

Grow in an acidic to neutral, moisture-retentive, well drained compost and a position in full sun or partial shade, in a conservatory, greenhouse, or as a houseplant indoors in the UK

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