| Scientific Name | Citrus × aurantiifolia (Christm.) Swingle |
| Origin | Indo‑Malayan / Southeast Asian region (widely spread via cultivation) |
| Variety Type | Fruit (fresh, juice, culinary flavoring) |
| Plant Type | Evergreen small tree / shrubby citrus |
| Growth Habit | Perennial; can flower multiple times yearly in warm climates |
| Bearing Age | Typically ~1–2 years after planting for grafted trees (varies by management) |
| Fruit Development Period | Commonly ~8–9 months from flowering to harvest (climate dependent) |
| Harvesting Season | Late spring to early fall in many warm regions; more continuous in tropics |
| Fruit Traits | Small, thin rind, very aromatic and acidic; often more seeds than Persian lime |
| Key Traits | Strong aroma and flavor; used for beverages, marinades, and desserts |
| Stress Notes | Generally sensitive to salinity; drought stress can reduce growth and fruit quality |
| Main Uses | Fresh consumption, juice, zest/oil flavoring, food processing |
