Lime is a natural hybrid of citrus fruit of citron and papeda. True lime is native to South East Asia. It is similar to lemon but more spreading and irregular in growth. It has been introduced into Southern Europe, the West Indies, Mexico, Florida, and California. Chief production is in tropical regions of the Old and New World. Lime extracts (as powder) and lime essential oils are frequently used in perfumes, detergents, cleaning products, and aromatherapy. It is also a common ingredient in authentic Mexican, Vietnamese, Indian, Persian, Iraqi and Thai dishes. Lime is also used for flavouring for desserts, condiments, salad dressings, meats, and vegetables.
