What excellent varieties of Buddha's hand are there? A detailed introduction to common varieties
Buddha's hand is the fruit of the plant Citrus medica var. sarcodactylis of the Rutaceae family. When its fruit ripens, the carpels separate to form finger-like segments, which is why it is called Buddha's hand. Its shape is unusual, and it can be used as an ornamental plant. It is often used in traditional Chinese medicine, and can also be made into preserved fruit for eating and for sale, with significant economic benefits. Many people want to grow it, but because there are so many varieties, they do not know which ones are better. Below, the editor brings you some excellent varieties of Buddha's hand.
1. Jinhua Buddha's hand
As the name suggests, it is mainly produced in Jinhua City, Zhejiang. Its branches are greenish-brown, its leaves are dark green and glossy, and it has many flower buds, giving it the advantages of extremely high and stable yield. The fruit is relatively large, with an average single fruit weighing up to 300 grams and a maximum of 2 kilograms. After the fruit ripens, the skin is golden yellow and the fragrance is rich, making it a top-grade product.
2. Guang Buddha's hand
Guang Buddha's hand is mainly produced in Guangdong and Guangxi. Its tree form is tall, the trunk is grayish-brown, and the branches are evergreen with sharp small thorns. It has many short branches, and the tips of new shoots are purplish-red. When long branches bear fruit, they droop. Its fruit is relatively large and its yield is relatively high. Moreover, the fruit size is uniform, and uneven growth rarely occurs. When ripe, the skin is light yellow and has a special fragrance. It mainly grows in Guangdong and Guangxi, so it is not tolerant of low temperatures. Once the growing environment temperature is below 0°C, the plant will wither. At the same time, it is also not tolerant of high temperatures. Above 30°C, the branches and leaves will lack water, causing leaf drop and fruit drop.
3. Jinguan No. 1
Jinguan No. 1 is a variety bred through cultivation in the Shandong area that is suitable for planting in greenhouses. It has the characteristic of early fruiting. Generally, starting from seedling raising, it only takes a little more than one year to bear fruit. When planted in a greenhouse, the yield per mu can reach 2500 kilograms. The fruit is large, with an average single fruit reaching 800 grams and a maximum of 1900 grams. It also has the advantages of stable yield and strong disease resistance, making it very suitable for cultivation in greenhouses.
4. Xiaozhong Buddha's hand
Xiaozhong Buddha's hand is a relatively special variety among Buddha's hand. Its plant is short, the stem is light gray, the flowers are white, and the fruit is relatively small. The fruit segments do not open, looking like a clenched fist. It matures earlier, has a rich fragrance, and has extremely strong cold resistance. Its yield is relatively low, and it is often made into potted plants for ornamental use.
The above is an introduction to Buddha's hand varieties. Because Buddha's hand grows in different regions, its names also differ. In addition to the above varieties, there are also Chuan Buddha's hand and Min Buddha's hand, which are varieties planted in places such as Sichuan and Fujian. I hope the above content can help you. If you want to learn more related content, please stay tuned to us.