Description

Lime is a citrus fruit, which is typically round, green in color. There are several species of citrus trees whose fruits are called limes, including the Key lime (Citrus aurantifolia), Persian lime, kaffir lime, and desert lime. Limes are a rich source of vitamin C, sour and are often used to accent the flavors of foods and beverages. Compare to lemons, limes has a more bitter flavor.