Nama (Malay Name) | Bunga Limau Purut |
Keluarga (Family) | RUTACEAE |
Nama Saintifik (Scientific Name) | Citrus hystrix |
Saiz Biasa (Size) | 5 cm |
Nama Lain (Other Names) | Kaffir Lime Flower |
Leprous Lime Flower | |
Nama Indonesia (Indonesian Name) | Bunga Jeruk Purut |
Nama Thai (Thai Name) | Bai Magrut |
Nama Tagalog (Tagalog Name) | Kalamansi |
Jurufoto (Photographer) | CS Ooi |
The plant is well known because the fruit and leaves are used as a special flavouring. This is because of its scent and flavour. The leaves have two division. The flowers are white, with five petals. The plant has thorns and can grow uo to 2 or 3 meters tall.
Inquiries
(Pertanyaan)
Ooi Chooi Seng P.P.N.,
259 Jalan 17/8,
46400 Petaling Jaya
February 2002