Sure! Here's a detailed description of the Malta plant, also known for producing Malta oranges:

🌳 Malta Plant – Overview
Botanical Name: Citrus sinensis

Common Name: Malta, Malta Orange, Sweet Orange

Type: Evergreen fruit tree

Family: Rutaceae (Citrus family)

Origin: Thought to have originated in Southeast Asia, but "Malta" is commonly grown in Mediterranean and Indian sub-tropical climates.

🍊 Fruit Characteristics
Appearance: Round, medium to large-sized orange

Color: Bright orange peel when ripe, with a smooth to slightly rough skin

Pulp: Juicy, orange-colored segments

Taste: Sweet to mildly tangy, depending on variety and ripeness

Seeds: May be seedless or contain a few seeds

Harvest Season (India): Winter to early spring (Dec–Mar)

🌿 Plant Features
Height: Grows 10–15 feet tall when mature (can be kept smaller in pots)

Leaves: Glossy, dark green, lance-shaped, aromatic

Flowers: Small, white, highly fragrant citrus blossoms

Lifespan: Long-lived — can bear fruit for many years with proper care

🌞 Growing Conditions
Sunlight: Full sun (at least 6–8 hours daily)

Soil: Well-drained, fertile, slightly acidic soil (pH 5.5–6.5)

Watering: Regular and moderate; avoid waterlogging

Climate: Best in subtropical climates (not frost-hardy); ideal temperature 20°C–30°C

🛠️ Uses
Culinary: Consumed fresh, juiced, or used in desserts, salads, and jams

Nutritional: Rich in vitamin C, antioxidants, and dietary fiber

Ornamental: A beautiful addition to home gardens for both looks and utility

🪴 Container Growing Tip:
Malta plants can be grown in large pots (18–24 inches or more). Use a well-draining mix, prune to control size, and feed with citrus fertilizer for good fruiting.