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Citrus limetta

Botanical Name: Common Names:
Citrus limetta Sweet Lime,
Native: Foliage Type:
No Evergreen
Plant Type: Plant Habit:
Citrus & Fruit, Palms, Ferns & Tropical, Trees Shrub Like

Description:
Persian Sweet lemon is an exotic evergreen perennial tree with a shrub-like, bushy habit. It produces white flowers and maintains foliage year-round. Commonly grown for its edible fruit, it is suited to tropical landscapes and can be used in orchards or home gardens. It is also planted in mixed edible plantings and as a small shade tree. Grows to approx. 4–10m H x 1–2m W.

Mature Height: Mature Width:
4-10m 1-2m

Position: Soil Type:
Full Sun Well Drained