Citrus lucida - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Scheff.) Mabb.
Source:
cmp
Year:
2010
Citation Micro:
Blumea 55: 73 (2010)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000746276
Common Names
- Wild Lime
- Mexican Lime
- West Indian Lime
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Citrus lucida (also called Shiny Citrus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rutaceae family. It is native to Mexico and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.
Uses & Benefits
Citrus lucida is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is also used as a food source.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Citrus lucida has small, white flowers with a sweet scent. The seeds are small, black and round in shape. The seedlings are thin and long with multiple leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Citrus lucida is a perennial shrub native to South America. It is easy to propagate from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in early spring in a sunny location with well-draining soil. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and planted in moist soil. The plant prefers full sun and regular watering.
Where to Find Citrus lucida
Citrus lucida can be found in the tropical regions of South and Central America.
Citrus lucida FAQ
What is the scientific name of Citrus lucida?
Citrus lucida
What is the common name of Citrus lucida?
West Indian Lemon
What is the natural habitat of Citrus lucida?
Tropical areas in the Caribbean
Species in the Citrus genus
Citrus assamensis, Citrus aurantium, Citrus australasica, Citrus australis, Citrus cavaleriei, Citrus deliciosa, Citrus garrawayi, Citrus glauca, Citrus gracilis, Citrus halimii, Citrus hystrix, Citrus indica, Citrus inodora, Citrus japonica, Citrus khasya, Citrus latipes, Citrus maxima, Citrus medica, Citrus neocaledonica, Citrus oxanthera, Citrus polyandra, Citrus polytrifolia, Citrus swinglei, Citrus trifoliata, Citrus undulata, Citrus warburgina, Citrus wintersii, Citrus lucida, Citrus wakonai, Citrus limon, Citrus aurantiifolia, Citrus aurantiaca,
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 kew-2899529: Based on the initial data import
David Mabberley (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mabb.' in the authors string.
Rudolph Scheffer (1844-1880): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Scheff.' in the authors string.