• The lemon is a round or oblong citrus fruit with yellow skin and a tart and acidic flavor. Lemons were introduced to Europe around 200 A.D. But were not extensively cultivated until the 15th Century. The juice and grated rind or lemon zest of a lemon, is used for baking and cooking and the high amount of citric acid with a pH level of 2 or 3, makes it a versatile fruit for both culinary and non-culinary uses.

• Culinary Uses

  1. Lemonade
  2. Limoncello
  3. Marinades
  4. Dressings
  5. Preservative
  6. Marmalade
  7. Flavor Extracts

• Non-culinary Uses

  1. Fermentation
  2. Deodorizer
  3. Deodorant
  4. Aromatherapy
  5. Insecticide
  6. Bleaching Agent
  7. Beauty Treatment
  8. Wood Treatment

• Lemon Varieties

  1. Armstrong Lemon
  2. Eureka Lemon
  3. Lisbon Lemon
  4. Meyer Lemon
  5. Monachello Lemon
  6. Nepali Oblong Lemon
  7. Ponderosa Lemon
  8. Rosenberger Lemon
  9. Sweet Lemon
  10. Villafranca Lemon

• Lemon in 5 Languages

  1. Spanish: Limón
  2. French: Citrónnier
  3. Italian: Limone
  4. German: Limonen
  5. Dutch: Citroen

• 1. Scientific or Latin name is Citrus Limon
  2. High in Vitamin C
  3. May protect against Rheumatoid Arthritis
  4. December 15: National Lemon Cupcake Day

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