Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
aurantiifolia
ID:
1243210

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Christm.) Swingle

Source:
tro

Year:
1913

Citation Micro:
J. Washington Acad. Sci. 3: 465 (1913)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001242548

Common Names

  • Citrus aurantiifolia
  • Lime Tree
  • Lime

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Description

Citrus aurantiifolia (also called Lime, among many other common names) is an evergreen tree with small, white flowers and oval leaves. It is native to the eastern United States and grows in dry, open woods and meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Citrus aurantiifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and stomach problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Citrus aurantiifolia are small, white, and fragrant. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Citrus aurantiifolia is a small to medium-sized tree, growing up to 6 m tall. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests in India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia. Propagation is by seed or cutting. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Germination usually takes place within two weeks. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Citrus aurantiifolia

Citrus aurantiifolia is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions.

Citrus aurantiifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Citrus aurantiifolia?

Citrus aurantiifolia

What type of plant is Citrus aurantiifolia?

Citrus aurantiifolia is a citrus tree.

What is the natural habitat of Citrus aurantiifolia?

Citrus aurantiifolia is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world.

Species in the Rutaceae family

Acmadenia alternifolia, Acmadenia argillophila, Acmadenia baileyensis, Acmadenia bodkinii, Acmadenia burchellii, Acmadenia candida, Acmadenia densifolia, Acmadenia faucitincta, Acmadenia flaccida, Acmadenia fruticosa, Acmadenia gracilis, Acmadenia heterophylla, Acmadenia kiwanensis, Acmadenia latifolia, Acmadenia laxa, Acmadenia macradenia, Acmadenia macropetala, Acmadenia maculata, Acmadenia matroosbergensis, Acmadenia mundiana, Acmadenia nivea, Acmadenia nivenii, Acmadenia obtusata, Acmadenia patentifolia, Acmadenia rourkeana, Acmadenia rupicola, Acmadenia sheilae, Acmadenia tenax, Acmadenia teretifolia, Acmadenia tetracarpellata, Acmadenia tetragona, Acmadenia trigona, Acmadenia tenax, Acmadenia argillophila, Acmadenia macradenia, Acmadenia teretifolia, Acmadenia wittebergensis, Acradenia euodiiformis, Acradenia frankliniae, Acronychia richards-beehleri, Acronychia aberrans, Acronychia acidula, Acronychia acronychioides, Acronychia acuminata, Acronychia arfakensis, Acronychia baeuerlenii, Acronychia brassii, Acronychia carrii, Acronychia cartilaginea, Acronychia chooreechillum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50119437: Based on the initial data import
Gottlieb Friedrich Christmann (1752-1836): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Christm.' in the authors string.
Walter Tennyson Swingle (1871-1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Swingle' in the authors string.