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Persian Lime

Citrus X Latifolia

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Overview

Persian Lime (Citrus x latifolia) is a hybrid citrus fruit treasured for its seedless, juicy fruits and aromatic leaves. This moderate-sized evergreen can reach up to 15-20 feet high and wide. It flourishes in full sun, preferring well-drained soil with consistent moisture. Its glossy green foliage provides a lush backdrop, while fragrant white blossoms and vibrant green limes add year-round interest, perfect for warm, sunny landscapes in USDA zones 9-11.

Sun FullWater MediumZones 9–10Type TreeClimate Subtropical
Persian Lime (Citrus X Latifolia) — This lime variety boasts a medium-sized; tree with white blooms

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Medium
USDA zones
9–10

Shape & size

Mature height
15–20 Ft.
Mature width
15–20 Ft.

Classification

Type
Tree
Family
Rutaceae
Climate
Subtropical

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Persian Lime (Citrus X Latifolia) — ensuring the tree integrates smoothly into their landscape vision
Persian Lime (Citrus X Latifolia) — This lime variety boasts a medium-sized
Persian Lime (Citrus X Latifolia) — tree for full
Persian Lime (Citrus X Latifolia) — It flourishes in full sun, preferring well-drained soil with consistent moisture; tree for full
Persian Lime (Citrus X Latifolia) — and glossy skin that turns yellow as it reaches full maturity, image 38
Persian Lime (Citrus X Latifolia) — which has made it a favorite in culinary applications
Persian Lime (Citrus X Latifolia) — while fragrant white blossoms and vibrant green limes add year-round interest
Persian Lime (Citrus X Latifolia) — is a hybrid citrus fruit known for its seedless nature and robust flavor; which has made it a favorite in culinary
Persian Lime (Citrus X Latifolia) — tree with white blooms
Persian Lime (Citrus X Latifolia) — so it provides both aesthetic appeal and functional shade
Persian Lime (Citrus X Latifolia) — juicy fruits and aromatic leaves; this lime variety boasts a medium-sized
Persian Lime (Citrus X Latifolia) — the Persian Lime is adaptable to a variety of well-draining soils but does best in loamy or sandy compositions
Persian Lime (Citrus X Latifolia) — it's important to factor in that the Persian Lime is a mid-sized
Persian Lime (Citrus X Latifolia) — Its dense foliage comprises dark green leaves that measure approximately 2.5 to 4.5 inches long
Persian Lime (Citrus X Latifolia) — while fragrant white blossoms and vibrant green limes add year-round interest; typical size for the fruit ranges from 2 to
Persian Lime (Citrus X Latifolia) — is a hybrid citrus fruit known for its seedless nature and robust flavor
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