Shiikwasha, Hirami lemon
Citrus depressa
Family: Rutaceae
What it is like
A small tree. The small branches are dark green. They have sharp spines. The leaves are broadly oval and 7-9 cm long by 3-4 cm wide. The leaf stalks are about 8 mm long and have very narrow wings. The flowers are white and in the axils of the leaves. They are about 1.5 cm across. The fruit are a flattened round shape and 2-2.3 cm long and 4.5 cm across.
There are 20 Citrus species. Several hybrids have been formed.
Where it is found
It is a subtropical plant. In Taiwan it grows at low altitudes.
Countries/locations it is found in
Asia, Japan, Taiwan
How it is used for food
The pulp of the fruit is occasionally used.
Edible parts
Fruit