Calamansi Citrus
Citrus × microcarpa
Malay names: Limau Kasturi
Fruiting citrus brings abundance and festive wealth energy; ideal on sunny balconies.
🧭 Feng Shui Benefits & Placement
Benefits: Abundance, Prosperity, Celebration
Best Placement: Near entrance during festivals or South-East balcony for ongoing prosperity.
Avoid: Avoid deep shade; avoid blocking pathways.
Display with ripe golden fruits to symbolise wealth and good luck.
🌞 Light & Temperature
Light: Full sun (6–8 h); very bright light if indoors.
Temperature: 22–32°C.
🪴 Pot & Soil
Pot: 25–40 L pot; full sun balcony preferred; clay pot for stability.
Soil Mix: Citrus mix: 40% loam, 30% compost, 20% coco coir, 10% perlite; pH 6–6.5.
💧 Watering
Schedule: Dry season: 2–3x/week; Rainy: 1–2x/week if no rain
Amount: 2–3 L per watering for 30 L pot
Allow top 3 cm to dry; consistent moisture improves fruit set.
🧪 Fertilizing
Type: Citrus fertilizer with micronutrients
Frequency: Every 4 weeks; foliar micro every 6–8 weeks
Dosage: 30–50 g/month for 25–40 L pot
📅 Harvest & Indicators
Start: 6–12 months for grafted plants
Typical Duration: Fruits ripen 90–120 days after flowering
Indicators: Fruit turns orange; aromatic oils on skin
Tips: Snip to avoid tearing spurs; frequent picking encourages bloom.
🌱 Propagation
Grafted plants recommended; air-layering also works.
🐛 Common Pests & Diseases
- Leaf miner: Prune damaged tips; pheromone traps; avoid high-N flushes.
- Scale insects: Brush off; white oil 1–2% every 2 weeks until clear.
🌦️ Seasonal Notes (Malaysia)
Shelter flowers from heavy rain; hand-shake to aid pollination.
📝 Planting Notes
Add slow-release at planting; sunny spot improves fruiting.
💡 Extra Care Tips
- Light prune to shape
- Avoid wet foliage at night in monsoon
Note
Feng Shui guidance varies by school; placements here follow common, practical principles and pair with climate-appropriate care. Adjust schedules based on pot size, light, and weather.
Feng Shui Disclaimer
Feng Shui interpretations and plant symbolism differ across traditions. The guidance here is general and for inspiration; it does not guarantee outcomes such as wealth, luck, or health. Results depend on many factors including home layout, maintenance, climate, and personal intention.
If a plant is unsuitable for your space or microclimate, you may substitute with symbolic elements (artwork, colors, objects) while maintaining good horticultural practices appropriate for Malaysia.