However, genomic analysis revealed it to be highly similar to the Rhobs el Arsa, and the two likely represent progeny of distinct crosses of the same citrus parents.

[6][7] C. limetta is a small tree up to 8 m (26 ft) in height, with irregular branches and relatively smooth, brownish-grey bark.

Sweet lime is served as juice and is good as a mixer for vodka or rum.

Like most citrus, the fruit is rich in vitamin C, providing 50 mg per 100 g serving and antioxidants.

[12] Like most citrus, sweet limes will not ripen off the tree, and must be picked when fully ripe.

Gently scratch the surface of a sweet lime: If its oils give way in the fingernails, it is ripe.

It is possible to freeze slices of the fruit, though the limonin content may cause the pulp to taste bitter over time.

This can be avoided by submerging the slices in sweet syrup within an airtight glass jar.