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Lime (Citrus aurantiifolia) is a fruit of the citrus family native to Asia (from Malacca or India), genetically similar ...
09/06/2024

Lime (Citrus aurantiifolia) is a fruit of the citrus family native to Asia (from Malacca or India), genetically similar to lemon.

Belongs to the Rutaceae family. Plants related to it are fragrant, many with a pleasant aroma.
09/06/2024

Belongs to the Rutaceae family. Plants related to it are fragrant, many with a pleasant aroma.

Most cultivated species are actually hybrids obtained from citron, mandarin, pomelo and other wild citrus.
09/06/2024

Most cultivated species are actually hybrids obtained from citron, mandarin, pomelo and other wild citrus.

The evergreen trees on which limes grow rarely grow more than 5 meters in height and, if not pruned, resemble a large an...
09/06/2024

The evergreen trees on which limes grow rarely grow more than 5 meters in height and, if not pruned, resemble a large and fluffy bush.

Its branches are spreading, irregular in shape, with short stiff branches and often small sharp thorns.
09/06/2024

Its branches are spreading, irregular in shape, with short stiff branches and often small sharp thorns.

The skin of a lime consists of two layers that surround the fruit: the outer rind or peel, called the zest (flavedo), an...
09/04/2024

The skin of a lime consists of two layers that surround the fruit: the outer rind or peel, called the zest (flavedo), and the pith (albedo), the white part underneath.

The zest contains all the aromatic oils, while the protective white pith is dry and slightly bitter.
09/04/2024

The zest contains all the aromatic oils, while the protective white pith is dry and slightly bitter.

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