Citrus aurantium

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Citrus aurantium

Citrus aurantium, also known as bitter orange, is a plant species in the family Rutaceae. It is native to Southeast Asia and has been spread by humans to many parts of the world.

Pronunciation

Citrus aurantium is pronounced as "SIT-rus or-AN-tee-um".

Etymology

The name Citrus aurantium comes from the Latin citrus, meaning "citron tree", and aurantium, meaning "golden", referring to the color of the fruit.

Description

Citrus aurantium is a small to medium-sized evergreen tree that grows up to 10 meters tall. The leaves are broad, glossy, and have a strong, aromatic scent. The flowers, known as blossoms, are white and fragrant. The fruit is a type of citrus fruit, round, and has a rough, bitter peel. The pulp is also bitter, hence the common name bitter orange.

Uses

The fruit of Citrus aurantium is used in traditional medicine for treatment of various ailments, including digestive disorders, insomnia, and anxiety. It is also used in the food industry for its strong, bitter flavor, particularly in marmalade and liqueurs.

Related Terms

  • Citrus: A genus of flowering trees and shrubs in the rue family, Rutaceae.
  • Bitter orange: A common name for Citrus aurantium.
  • Rutaceae: A family of flowering plants, also known as the rue or citrus family.
  • Blossom: The flowers of stone fruit trees and of some other plants with a similar appearance that flower profusely for a period of time in spring.
  • Citrus fruit: A fruit of plants in the Rutaceae family, also known as the citrus family.

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