On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page lime skittles 2021 from the article title. Persian lime, Makrut lime, and desert lime.

Species of this genus hybridise readily, and it is only recently that genetic studies have started to shed light on the structure of the genus. English, are broadleaf temperate plants unrelated to the citrus fruits. Percentages are roughly approximated using US recommendations for adults. Most species and hybrids of citrus plants called “limes” have varying origins within tropical Southeast Asia and South Asia. They were spread throughout the world via migration and trade. To prevent scurvy during the 19th century, British sailors were issued a daily allowance of citrus, such as lemon, and later switched to lime.

Limes have higher contents of sugars and acids than lemons do. Lime juice may be squeezed from fresh limes, or purchased in bottles in both unsweetened and sweetened varieties. Lime pickles are an integral part of Indian cuisine, especially in South India. In cooking, lime is valued both for the acidity of its juice and the floral aroma of its zest. Key lime gives the character flavoring to the American dessert known as Key lime pie. In Australia, desert lime is used for making marmalade.

Lime is an ingredient in several highball cocktails, often based on gin, such as gin and tonic, the gimlet and the Rickey. Lime extracts and lime essential oils are frequently used in perfumes, cleaning products, and aromatherapy. A class of organic chemical compounds called furanocoumarins are reported to cause phytophotodermatitis in humans. The American Heritage Dictionary entry: lime”.

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