I am a tropical citrus tree producing thin-skinned, juicy lemons.

Native to India; cultivated widely in Gujarat, Maharashtra, Andhra Pradesh, Rajasthan, and Madhya Pradesh.

Irrigate weekly; drought-tolerant once mature.

Requires full sun.

Thrives in 20–35°C; sensitive to frost.

Plant in sandy-loam soil; spacing 4–5 meters apart.

Apply compost and NPK 8:10:10 every 2–3 months.

Botanical name: Citrus aurantifolia (Kagzi variety); Family: Rutaceae.

Fruits are safe; seeds edible but bitter.

Moderate; leafy canopy reduces dust.

Fruits rich in vitamin C, minerals, and antioxidants; used in pickles, juices, squashes, and Ayurvedic remedies.

Susceptible to citrus canker, fruit fly, and leaf miner; prune for airflow and monitor regularly.

Can live 15–20 years; starts fruiting in 2–3 years; peak yield from year 8 onward.