A dark green, citrus - like tree found in the dry open Savannah areas, the Wild Orange grows to 3-5 metres in height. The bark is rough and recurved hooks grow on the main branches and twigs, specially on the new growth. The tree is drought resistant and fire tolerant. Prior to fruiting an attractive white tasseled flower is produced as shown above. During the months of Nov, Dec, Jan, and Feb, the tree produces fruit that is about the same size as a domestic lemon, which has a green skin and a slightly fury surface. The stem attaching the . . .