The Buddha’s hand lemon looks pretty unique with its unusual finger-shaped fruits.

The Buddha’s hand citron is thought to have originated in north-eastern China or India, where the fruit is often used in religious ceremonies and offerings. However, the citron, which is sensitive to frost and cold, also thrives well in southern and central Italy and along the southern Californian coast. The Buddha’s hand lemon can also be cultivated in large pots in our British climate, provided the plant is overwintered in a bright location. The fruits that ripen in winter can be left on the lemon tree for months and do not have to be harvested immediately.