— Short, snippet-friendly answers to the most-asked questions about Bitter Orange (Citrus aurantium). For the full profile with citations, open the main page.
Citrus aurantium, commonly known as bitter orange, is a member of the Rutaceae family and is native to regions in West Africa, including Angola, Benin, Cameroon, Central African Republic, Gabon, Guinea, Gulf of Guinea Islands, Ivory Coast, Liberia, Rwanda, Togo, and Zaïre. Bitter Orange (Latin: Citrus aurantium, family Rutaceae) is a medicinal plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Bitter Orange is generally considered safe when used at traditional doses. Always consult a clinician before using any herbal preparation — especially during pregnancy, breastfeeding, while on medication, or for children.
Bitter Orange is a member of the Rutaceae family. Bitter Orange thrives in full sun and prefers moist, medium to heavy clay soil.
Bitter Orange grows best in USDA zone 8-11, full sun light, and moist water. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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