Limboo, Lemon, Variety Kagadi limboo, Citrus aurantifolia cultivator kagadi limboo

Features:

1. Size and Appearance:
   • Fruits are small, round to oval-shaped.
   • The skin is thin and smooth, with a light green to yellowish hue when ripe.
   • Juicy pulp with high acidity and low seed content.
2. Taste:
   • Characteristically tangy and acidic, making it perfect for culinary uses like pickles, juices, and flavoring dishes.
3. Cultivation:
   • Thrives in tropical and subtropical climates.
   • Grows well in well-drained, sandy loam soils with adequate sunlight.
   • Typically propagated through seeds or grafting.
4. Varietal Strengths:
   • High yield potential.
   • Known for its rich vitamin C content and aromatic oils in the peel.
   • Adaptable to various growing conditions and has good market demand.
5. Uses:
   • Widely used in the production of lime juice, squashes, and pickles.
   • Frequently employed in traditional medicine for its therapeutic properties.
   • Key ingredient in Indian cuisines and beverages.

Benefits of Kagadi Limboo:

• High Vitamin C content boosts immunity.
• The juice is known for aiding digestion, preventing scurvy, and promoting skin health.
• The essential oil derived from the peel is used in aromatherapy and cosmetics.