Kaffir Lime
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Kingdom | Plantae |
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Scientific name | Citrus hystrix |
Order | Sapindales |
Higher classification | Citrus Fruits |
Rank | Species |
Family | Rutaceae |
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ID | 971598 |
About Kaffir Lime
Citrus hystrix, called the kaffir lime, makrut lime or Mauritius papeda, is a citrus fruit native to tropical Southeast Asia and southern China. Its fruit and leaves are used in Southeast Asian cuisine and its essential oil is used in perfumery. Its rind and crushed leaves emit an intense citrus fragrance.