Large Lime - Citrus latifolia
Large Lime - Citrus latifolia
Large Lime - Citrus latifolia
Large Lime - Citrus latifolia
Citrus x latifolia
Persian lime, Tahiti lime
It’s well packaged. Delivery for this tree was very quick, but the other plants I ordered with it are lost… The lemon tree has taken well. I received the tree in October 2025, and it’s starting to grow again in early March 2026. I recommend the site, but do make sure you take photos when you receive your parcels.
Jing, 16/03/2026
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Description
Citrus x latifolia is commonly known as Persian lime, Tahiti lime, Persian lime tree, or lime with big fruit due to the large size of its green limes. It is a vigorous and productive citrus tree that is less demanding and easier to grow than its small-fruited cousin. It produces beautiful seedless limes with thin skin that is sometimes difficult to peel. Their juicy and fairly sweet flesh is highly valued in refreshing drinks. This citrus tree bears slightly fragrant white flowers in spring and autumn. Its limes, measuring 5 to 6cm (2in) in diameter, reach maturity 5 to 7 months later. It can be cultivated in a large pot to be stored in a heated greenhouse in winter, or in open ground in warm regions unaffected by frost.
Citrus x latifolia belongs to the Rutaceae family, like all citrus trees. Its origins are not well defined, but it is likely a hybrid between a lemon tree and a sour lime tree. This sterile hybrid does not produce seeds. Imported to California from Tahiti, it is believed to have been brought from North Africa to Brazil by the Portuguese. It is a slightly thorny shrub, which develops a short single trunk topped by a well-branched crown.
In open ground, the Persian lime is a small tree that reaches a height of 4m (13ft), but rarely exceeds 2m (7ft) in height and 1m (3ft) in width when grown in a pot. Its branches are short and bear many short and sharp thorns. Its hardiness depends on the rootstock used, but the variety itself can tolerate temperatures down to -4°C (24.8°F). It can be planted in open ground on mild coastlines or, at a stretch, in the hottest and mildest areas of the Atlantic coast. Elsewhere, it should be grown in pots and stored away at the first signs of cold weather. Primarily cultivated for its fruits, the Persian lime blooms abundantly in April, more sporadically during the summer, and again in October-November. It produces white flowers with 5 petals measuring 4 to 5cm (2in) in diameter, slightly tinged with pink. They emit a light neroli fragrance, characteristic of citrus. These give way to oval to round-shaped fruits like yellow lemons, measuring 6 to 7cm (2 to 3in) in diameter. Their very thin, smooth skin starts off dark green and later lightens, often taking on a green-yellow hue when fully ripe. The white-greenish and translucent fruit pulp is juicy and slightly acidic, with a pleasant fragrance. The fruits are harvested before they start turning yellow. The evergreen leaves are highly aromatic when crushed. They are ovate, leathery, large, and intensely green in colour.
Citrus latifolia is easier to grow than the classic lime tree. It is extensively cultivated in warm temperate countries (Florida, Mexico, Brazil, Spain, Portugal), primarily for juice production, but also for its essential oil. Its fruit is used in the same way as all green limes in cooking. Its juice is low in acid, making it perfect for preparing refreshing drinks mixed with pineapple and papaya, for example. It pairs well with the aroma of coconut. Its peel also adds fragrance to olive oil.
Most citrus trees thrive in open ground in warm coastal regions where they find the year-round heat they require. To fruit well, they must not lack water or nutrients. Citrus latifolia is not very hardy and starts to suffer from cold temperatures below -3°C (26.6°F). It is a self-fertile bush, meaning that a single individual is sufficient for complete pollination and fruiting.
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Citrus
x latifolia
Rutaceae
Persian lime, Tahiti lime
Southeast Asia
Planting and care
Planting in open ground
It prefers neutral to slightly acidic, non-calcareous soils. Depending on the rootstock used, it will be more or less cold-resistant and more or less tolerant to limestone. It can only be planted in open ground if you reside on a Mediterranean or South Atlantic coastal strip, spared from frost, as the hardiness of this citrus tree does not exceed -4°C (24.8°F) and it requires a lot of warmth to flower and fruit. The best time to plant is in early spring, in March and April. Do not bury the collar. Citrus trees are naturally greedy and require water to fruit well. In any case, consider amending with well-decomposed compost or "special citrus" fertiliser. Choose a sunny but not scorching location for your bush in a sheltered spot to prevent leaf drying and premature fruit drop. Place it in a location protected from sea spray.
Pot planting
In all other regions, it should be planted in a pot that you can keep in a slightly heated greenhouse or conservatory, frost-free, in an atmosphere that is not too dry. It will appreciate being outdoors as soon as there is no more frost, letting it enjoy the summer months. Pot planting or repotting takes place at the end of summer. Choose a pot slightly larger than the root system, as citrus trees do not like to feel cramped. Moisten the root ball well. To improve drainage, line the bottom of the pot with clay pebbles. Loosen the root ball and mix two-thirds garden soil with one-third "special citrus" compost. Water generously. Choose pots made of clay or breathable material.
Citrus trees need a lot of water to thrive. It should be watered every day with slightly or non-calcareous water, and the soil should always remain moist. Likewise, make sure to regularly provide it with the fertiliser it needs: every 6 months for slow-release granular fertiliser or every 3 waterings for liquid fertiliser.
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Hardiness is the lowest winter temperature a plant can endure without suffering serious damage or even dying. However, hardiness is affected by location (a sheltered area, such as a patio), protection (winter cover) and soil type (hardiness is improved by well-drained soil).
In temperate climates, pruning of spring-flowering shrubs (forsythia, spireas, etc.) should be done just after flowering.
Pruning of summer-flowering shrubs (Indian Lilac, Perovskia, etc.) can be done in winter or spring.
In cold regions as well as with frost-sensitive plants, avoid pruning too early when severe frosts may still occur.
The harvesting period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions in USDA zone 8 (France, England, Ireland, the Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...) fruit and vegetable harvests are likely to be delayed by 3-4 weeks.
In warmer areas (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), harvesting will probably take place earlier, depending on weather conditions.
The sowing periods indicated on our website apply to countries and regions within USDA Zone 8 (France, UK, Ireland, Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...), delay any outdoor sowing by 3-4 weeks, or sow under glass.
In warmer climes (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), bring outdoor sowing forward by a few weeks.
The planting period indicated on our website applies to regions in USDA Zone 9a (East Coast and Midlands: Dublin, Wexford, Waterford, Kilkenny, Portlaoise). It will vary depending on where you live:
- On the west coast and in the north-west (Galway, Limerick, Sligo, Donegal, Westport), delay planting by 1 to 2 weeks in spring and bring it forward by 1 to 2 weeks in autumn compared to the dates given, preferably choosing periods without strong winds.
- In the inland hills and plateaus (Wicklow Mountains, Macgillycuddy’s Reeks, Connemara, Killarney), it is best to plant in spring (April–May) or autumn (September–October), avoiding periods of waterlogged soil in winter and strong winds, which pose the main risk to newly planted trees in these areas.
The flowering period indicated on our website applies to regions in USDA Zone 9a, such as the East Coast and Midlands, including Dublin, Wexford, Waterford, Kilkenny and Portlaoise.
This will vary depending on where you live:
- On the west coast and in the northwest (Galway, Limerick, Sligo, Donegal and Westport), it will be delayed by one to two weeks compared to the given dates, due to stronger Atlantic winds and less spring sunshine.
- In the inland hills and plateaus (the Wicklow Mountains, the Macgillycuddy's Reeks, Connemara and Killarney), flowering will be delayed by two to three weeks. Flowering mainly occurs between May and July, with the limiting factors being less frost and more of the excessive humidity, strong winds and lack of sunshine that are characteristic of these areas.
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