Lemon Tree (Citrus limon) :
- Taxonomy:
- Kingdom:
Plantae
- Clade:
Angiosperms
- Clade:
Eudicots
- Order:
Sapindales
- Family:
Rutaceae
- Genus:
Citrus
- Species:
Citrus limon
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Flora |
Lemon tree |
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Classification |
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Taxonomically,
the Lemon Tree belongs to the family Rutaceae, which includes numerous species
of aromatic plants. Within this family, it is classified under the genus
Citrus, which comprises various citrus fruits such as oranges, grapefruits, and
limes.
- Morphology:
- The
Lemon Tree is an evergreen tree with a rounded crown and typically grows
to a height of about 3 to 6 meters.
- Its branches are thorny, and the leaves are ovate or elliptical, glossy green, and emit a citrusy fragrance when crushed.