Why Buddha's Hand Citron Is So Expensive | So Expensive | Business Insider

Buddha's hand citron, also known as the fingered citron, is one of the oldest varieties of citrus. It looks like a lemon with long segments growing from it. Its name is derived from its unusual shape, which also resembles a hand position for prayer. A single fingered citron can cost $25 but go as high as $170 depending on how well-shaped and magnificent it is. The farmers in a small Vietnamese town are reaping the financial benefits, but at what cost? And why exactly is Buddha's hand citron so expensive? 00:00 - Intro 01:22 - Meet the farmer from the Dac So Village 02:20 - Powerful Aroma 02:38 - Getting ready for the Big Festival 03:57 - Tree Care and Harvesting 07:02 - Huge Risks 08:32 - Fingers and the Perfect Buddha’s Hand 10:32 - The Biggest Threat to its Appearance 11:28 - Careful Packaging 12:37 - Local vs International Prices 13:43 - Credits MORE SO EXPENSIVE VIDEOS: How Chinese Demand For Fish Maw (Swim Bladder) Fuels A $52 Million Industry In Uganda    • How Chinese Demand For Fish Maw (Swim Blad...   It’s Illegal To Grow This Kiwi    • It’s Illegal To Grow This Kiwi | So Expens...   Why 6 Of The World's Priciest Seafoods Are So Expensive    • Why 6 Of The World's Priciest Seafoods Are...   ------------------------------------------------------ #vietnamfoods #fruits #citrus #buddhashand #citron #soexpensive Business Insider tells you all you need to know about business, finance, tech, retail, and more. Visit our homepage for the top stories of the day: https://www.businessinsider.com Insider Business on Facebook:   / businessinsider   Insider Business on Instagram:   / insiderbusiness   Insider Business on Twitter:   / businessinsider   Insider Business on Snapchat:   / 5319643143   Insider Business on TikTok:   / businessinsider   Why Buddha's Hand Citron Is So Expensive | So Expensive | Business Insider