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citroncirus

citroncirus

9.9
A plant made by crossing a sweet orange and a trifoliate orange used to breed new citrus trees
  • noun
  • /ˌsɪtrənˈsɪrəs/
  • Specialized
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  • The citroncirus is a valuable hybrid in citrus breeding.

Examples

  • Many new citrus rootstocks are derived from the citroncirus hybrid.

  • Researchers are studying citroncirus for its resistance to certain citrus diseases.

  • The citroncirus produces fruit that combines traits from both parent plants.

  • Have you ever seen a citroncirus plant?

  • The citroncirus has become popular among growers for its hardiness in varying climates.

  • Scientists believe that the citroncirus could play a key role in developing disease-resistant citrus varieties.

  • Due to its unique qualities, the citroncirus is extensively used in citrus breeding practices.

Compounds

Citroncirus
  • Specialized
9.9

A group of plants made by crossing sweet orange with the trifoliate orange

Citroncirus webberi
  • Specialized
9.9

A citrus fruit made by crossing two citrus plants that is sour and smells stronger than an orange

Surface Forms

citroncirus singular
citronciri plural

Etymology

The word citroncirus looks like a name made from citron 'a citrus fruit' and Poncirus 'a plant related to orange trees'. That's a helpful way to remember it: the name shows it is a 'cross' of two citrus parents used in breeding.