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Edible Lime (Citrus aurantifolia )
Citrus aurantifolia
Edible Lime
Lime is a small twiggy tree with thorns. The fruit is small green to yellow. There is a thornless form.Flowers and fruit appear throughout the year but are most abundant from May to September
The lime ripens to full yellow and loses weight rapidly at normal room temperature in warm climates. In the home, the fruits can be held fresh for 2 or 3 weeks if kept in water in a closed jar.
Attracts BeesEdibleEvergreenFlavorFruitHeat TolerantSeaside tolerant
Southeast Asia
6 - 15 FT
6 - 12 FT
Y
Dark Green
Glossy : Leathery : Thick
Edible : Shrub : Small Tree : Tree
White with purple tinge
Spring : Fall
Average
Sun (minimum 8 hours direct sun)
Well-drained
Medium
Sunset Zones
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