OrgaGen™ Elite Plantlets – Citrus aurantifolia (Key Lime)
Technology Platform: OrgaGen™ Technologies
Propagation System: Organogenesis-based clonal micropropagation
Developed by: Crown Organogenesis Protocols Inc.
Agroforestry Group: Crown Agroforestry Group Inc.
1. Species Overview
| Attribute | Description |
|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Citrus aurantifolia (Christm.) Swingle |
| Common Name | Key Lime |
| Family | Rutaceae |
| Growth Habit | Small evergreen tree / shrub |
| Primary Product | Fruits for juice, culinary use, essential oils |
| Harvest System | Multi-cycle fruiting / perennial harvest |
| CITES Status | Not listed |
| DENR Status | Allowed for plantation cultivation |
2. OrgaGen™ Elite Plantlet Profile
OrgaGen™ Elite Plantlets of Citrus aurantifolia are lab-propagated, genetically uniform, pathogen-free planting materials optimized for:
- High fruit yield
- Consistent flavor and essential oil profile
- Early and uniform fruiting
- Field survival under commercial plantation conditions
Key Plantlet Characteristics
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Propagation Method | Organogenesis-based micropropagation |
| Genetic Fidelity | ≥ 99% clonal uniformity |
| Phytosanitary Status | Disease-free, virus-tested |
| Root System | Fully developed, nursery-hardened |
| Acclimatization | Greenhouse-to-field hardened |
| Field Survival Rate | 90–98% |
3. Growth & Agronomic Performance
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| Initial Establishment | 3–6 months |
| First Fruit Production | 12–18 months (depending on site & care) |
| Fruiting Cycle | Continuous / year-round (with proper management) |
| Tree Lifespan | 15–25 years |
| Canopy Structure | Suitable for intercropping and mixed agroforestry |
| Soil & Climate | Well-drained loam, pH 5.5–6.8, 1,200–2,500 mm rainfall, 0–800 m elevation |
4. Multi-Cycle Harvest System
- Fruit and essential oil can be harvested multiple times per year
- Compatible with RegenCore™ regenerative management protocols
- Supports sustainable, perennial production without tree replacement
Conservation & Environmental Benefits:
- Reduces pressure on wild citrus germplasm
- Maintains long-term vegetative cover
- Encourages agroforestry adoption on degraded or marginal lands
5. Environmental and Agroforestry Compatibility
- Compatible with intercropping with nitrogen-fixing species
- Supports soil stabilization and biodiversity enhancement
- Minimal chemical input due to disease-free plantlets
- Enhances carbon sequestration and land productivity
6. Economic Sustainability
| Economic Feature | Impact |
|---|---|
| Multi-cycle fruit harvest | Continuous cash flow and revenue stability |
| Disease-free plantlets | Reduced mortality and replanting cost |
| Uniform growth | Predictable fruit and oil yield |
| Plantation-based production | Reduced reliance on wild seed sourcing |
7. DENR / Regulatory Alignment
- Plantlets are artificially propagated and fully traceable, meeting DENR-FMB / EMB sustainable forestry principles
- Compatible with CNC/ECC submission requirements
- Supports biodiversity-friendly agroforestry systems and climate-positive land-use initiatives
8. ESG & Investor Alignment
| Pillar | Contribution |
|---|---|
| Environmental | Continuous production reduces wild collection; tree retention |
| Social | Rural employment opportunities, skills transfer |
| Governance | Full traceability; compliance with DENR and local regulations |
9. Traceability & Documentation
Each batch of OrgaGen™ Elite Plantlets may include:
- Laboratory batch code
- Mother tree provenance
- Nursery hardening records
- Plantation deployment logs
(Optional integration with AgriTrace™ or equivalent digital traceability system)
10. Summary Statement
OrgaGen™ Elite Plantlets of Citrus aurantifolia provide a science-backed, economically sustainable, and environmentally responsible foundation for fruit and essential oil production in agroforestry systems. Their multi-cycle harvest potential, genetic uniformity, and regenerative management compatibility make them ideal for commercial cultivation and conservation-aligned projects.