Sweet lime
Citrus limettioides

Family: Rutaceae

What it is like

It is probably a hybrid between Mexican lime and sweet lemon. It grows 4-6 m tall. The leaves are serrated but like Tahitian lime. The leaf stalks are round. The leaves are 3-6 cm long. The fruit remain green even when ripe. The flesh is bright orange. The fruit are juicy and non-acid but slightly bitter. Flowers are self fertile and produce many fruit.

There are 20 Citrus species. Several hybrids have been formed.

Where it is found

A tropical plant. It grows in tropical climates. It can withstand frost.

Countries/locations it is found in

Asia, Australia, Brazil, Central America, Colombia, Costa Rica, India (country/location of origin), Indochina, Malaysia, Mediterranean, Mexico, North America, Peru, SE Asia, South America, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Vietnam

How it is used for food

The fruit are eaten fresh or after cooking. They are also used in preserves. It is used for juice and drinks.

It is popular in Central America.

Edible parts

Fruit

How it is grown

It is grown from seed. It is usually grown from cuttings or air-layering.

Its other names

Local names

Gajanimbe, Gajanimma, Imbe, Jlimu malen, Kolumichangai, Lima Mithanebu, Lima-de-umbigo, Lima-doce, Lima dulce, Limau manis, Mithalimbu, Naran-kai, Nenumapandu, Palestine sweet lime, Pani dodna, Som khiew wan, Som kleang

Synonyms

Citrus lumia;