Wampee
Clausena lansium
Also listed as Clausena wampi, Aulacia punctata
Also known as Wampi, Chinese Clausena
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Wampee is a tropical Southeast Asian fruit tree producing small, translucent, aromatic citrus-like fruits with a sweet-tart flavor. It is valued in permaculture systems for its edible fruits, hardiness relative to other tropical fruit trees, and ornamental qualities.
Why grow it
Wampee offers a productive alternative to better-known citrus species in tropical and subtropical climates, with fruits that mature over a longer season and require less intensive pest management than many commercial citrus cultivars. The tree tolerates partial shade better than most fruit trees and produces edible yields in less space, making it practical for polyculture systems. Its aromatic foliage and small stature also provide ornamental value, doubling its function in a designed landscape.
Watch out for
Young trees are slow to establish and may take several years to reach productive size, requiring patience during the establishment phase. The fruit is highly perishable after harvest and does not store well, so proximity to markets or immediate processing capacity affects practical viability. Trees prefer consistently warm conditions and can decline if exposed to sustained cold below 50 degrees Fahrenheit.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
- Rutaceae
Native Range
Southeast Asia (China, Thailand, Vietnam)
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Harvest Season
Edible Parts
Season of Interest
Notable Cultivars
Named cultivars are not widely documented in Western horticulture; selections are typically made on fruit quality and tree vigor in Asian growing regions.
Sub-canopy
Smaller trees living beneath the canopy.
Tolerances & Soil
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Years to Bearing
- Propagation
Wampee is a tropical Southeast Asian fruit tree producing small, translucent, aromatic citrus-like fruits with a sweet-tart flavor. It is valued in permaculture systems for its edible fruits, hardiness relative to other tropical fruit trees, and ornamental qualities.
Climate Match for your location
See how well Wampee grows in your area.
Enter your ZIP code and we'll show you how this plant fits your local climate.
Why grow it
Wampee offers a productive alternative to better-known citrus species in tropical and subtropical climates, with fruits that mature over a longer season and require less intensive pest management than many commercial citrus cultivars. The tree tolerates partial shade better than most fruit trees and produces edible yields in less space, making it practical for polyculture systems. Its aromatic foliage and small stature also provide ornamental value, doubling its function in a designed landscape.
Watch out for
Young trees are slow to establish and may take several years to reach productive size, requiring patience during the establishment phase. The fruit is highly perishable after harvest and does not store well, so proximity to markets or immediate processing capacity affects practical viability. Trees prefer consistently warm conditions and can decline if exposed to sustained cold below 50 degrees Fahrenheit.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
- Rutaceae
Native Range
Southeast Asia (China, Thailand, Vietnam)
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Harvest Season
Edible Parts
Season of Interest
Sub-canopy
Smaller trees living beneath the canopy.
Tolerances & Soil
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Years to Bearing
- Propagation
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Companion Planting
Plants well with
Notable Cultivars
Named cultivars are not widely documented in Western horticulture; selections are typically made on fruit quality and tree vigor in Asian growing regions.