General Information
The sweet lemon is a general name for certain non-acid lemons or limettas, favored in the Mediterranean region, In India, they are grown in the Nilgiris, Malabar, and other areas. The fruits are usually insipid, occasionally subacid or acid. The seeds are white within and the tree is large, resembling that of the orange.
History
Sweet lemons of the genus Citrus limetta Risso is considered to be a general name for certain non-acid lemons or limettas that are especially favored in the Mediterranean region. Established during the Gold Rush days, lemons are extensively cultivated in southern California. Arizona and Florida also contribute to the supply.
