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Citrus

limon Citrus limon is a species of citrus fruit tree belonging to the Rutaceae family. The fruit of the tree is a small, yellow, rounded citrus fruit with a small, green tip. It has a thick rind and acidic pulp with seeds. Citrus limon is widely cultivated and used for its juice, zest, aroma, and oils. It is believ…

Curated from this journal's research 📚 4 peer-reviewed articles cited Cited 59× across the literature 🔖 ISSN 2471-7061 🗓 Reviewed June 2026

Overview

limon Citrus limon is a species of citrus fruit tree belonging to the Rutaceae family. The fruit of the tree is a small, yellow, rounded citrus fruit with a small, green tip. It has a thick rind and acidic pulp with seeds. Citrus limon is widely cultivated and used for its juice, zest, aroma, and oils. It is believed to have originated in northeast India, and it is now widely cultivated in many parts of the world for use in cooking, drinks, and medicines. Its juice is a major component of many cuisines, and its peel is often used as a garnish. Its essential oils are used in cosmetics, perfumes, and as a flavoring in food and beverage products. Citrus limon is an important source of vitamins, minerals, and other nutrients, providing numerous health benefits. Its therapeutic properties include anti-inflammatory, anti-allergic, and anti-bacterial effects, which can help protect against diseases such as cancer, stroke, and heart disease.

Research published in this journal

4 peer-reviewed articles, ranked by relevance. Each links to its DOI.

How this research is being cited

The 4 articles above have been cited 59 times in the scholarly literature. Citation data via OpenAlex and Crossref, updated Jun 2026.

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Editorial oversight

Curated from peer-reviewed research published in Colon And Rectal Cancer (ISSN 2471-7061).

Journal editorial board
Frank A. Frizelle · New Zealand Gennaro Galizia · Italy Tamotsu Tsukahara · Japan

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