description Round Lime Overview
Round lime is the common name for Microcitrus australis, an Australian citrus native to southeastern Queensland. The plant produces rounded fruits generally a few centimetres across, with a citrus flavour and a texture compared with the globular vesicles of finger lime; it is used as a native food plant and cultivated by specialist growers interested in Australian citrus species.
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What is round lime's scientific name?
Round lime is commonly known as Microcitrus australis. It is an Australian citrus native to southeastern Queensland.
What does a round lime fruit look like?
The fruit is generally only a few centimetres across and has a rounded shape. Its texture is often compared with the globular vesicles found inside finger lime.
How does round lime taste?
Round lime has a citrus flavour. Like other native Australian citrus, it can be used as an unusual fresh or culinary ingredient.
Is round lime the same as finger lime?
No, round lime and finger lime are different Australian citrus plants. Round lime is Microcitrus australis, although its internal texture is often compared with finger lime vesicles.
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