Citrus medica

Type of Plant
Trade Name
Citron
Local Name
Matalanarakam
Family
Leaf Type
Habit
Small tree
Leaf Shape
Phyllotaxy
Colour of Flower/Inflorescence
Fruit type
Uses
Fruit is used to make pickles, jams, juice etc. In Ayurvedic system of medicine, the juice is used for treating conditions like nausea, vomiting and excessive thirst. The juice of the citron has high Vitamin C content and used medicinally as an antihelminthic and appetizer.
Other Details
Habit
Leaf