Nama (Malay Name) | Buah Limau Purut |
Keluarga (Family) | RUTACEAE |
Nama Saintifik (Scientific Name) | Citrus hystrix |
Saiz Biasa (Size) | 5 cm |
Nama Lain (Other Names) | Kaffir Lime Fruit |
Leprous Lime Fruit | |
Nama Indonesia (Indonesian Name) | Buah Jeruk Purut |
Nama Thai (Thai Name) | Bai Magrut |
Nama Tagalog (Tagalog Name) | Kalamansi |
Jurufoto (Photographer) | CS Ooi |
The fruit is used as a special flavouring because of its scent and flavour. Apart from the use of the leaves, the zest (outer skin of the fruit) and the grated rind are added to many local dishes. The fruit is dark green with a warty skin. 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