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-'''Calamansi''' (also known as '''Calamondin''') is a fruit tree in the family Rutaceae that was originally native to the [[Philippines]]. It is a hybrid of the species ''[[Citrus reticulata]]'' and ''[[Fortunella]]''. The fruit of the Calamansi tree is small, round, and orange, and is used in various culinary applications.
+==Calamansi==
-== Description ==
+[[File:Citrus_madurensis_Blanco1.185-cropped.jpg|Calamansi fruit on tree|thumb|right]]
-== Cultivation ==
+'''Calamansi''' (''Citrus × microcarpa''), also known as '''calamondin''', is a hybrid citrus fruit predominantly cultivated in the Philippines. It is a cross between the [[Kumquat]] (''Fortunella'') and another species in the [[Citrus]] genus. Calamansi is widely used in Southeast Asian cuisine, particularly in the Philippines, where it is a staple ingredient in many dishes and beverages.
-== Culinary uses ==
+==Description==
-== Health benefits ==
+Calamansi is a small, round fruit, typically measuring about 25 to 35 mm in diameter. The fruit has a thin, smooth, green to orange peel when ripe, and its flesh is juicy and acidic. The flavor is a unique combination of sweet and sour, similar to a [[lime]] or [[lemon]], but with a distinct aroma and taste.
-'''Calamansi''' is rich in [[Vitamin C]] and other nutrients, and has a number of health benefits. It is believed to boost the immune system, aid in digestion, and improve skin health. It is also used in traditional medicine in the Philippines.
 * [[Citrus]]
-* [[Philippine cuisine]]
+* [[Kumquat]]
-* [[Vitamin C]]
+* [[Lime]]
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'''Calamansi''' (also known as '''Calamondin''') is a fruit tree in the family Rutaceae that was originally native to the [[Philippines]]. It is a hybrid of the species ''[[Citrus reticulata]]'' and ''[[Fortunella]]''. The fruit of the Calamansi tree is small, round, and orange, and is used in various culinary applications.

== Description ==
The '''Calamansi''' tree is small and bushy, growing to a height of about 3 to 6 meters. The leaves are broad and glossy, and the tree produces small, white, fragrant flowers. The fruit is small, typically about 1 inch in diameter, and has a thin, orange skin. The flesh of the fruit is juicy and acidic, with a flavor that is a cross between a lemon and a mandarin orange.

== Cultivation ==
'''Calamansi''' is primarily cultivated in the [[Philippines]], where it is used extensively in cooking. It is also grown in other parts of Southeast Asia, such as [[Malaysia]] and [[Indonesia]], and in the southern parts of the United States, particularly [[Florida]] and [[California]]. The tree thrives in tropical and subtropical climates, and is relatively easy to grow.

== Culinary uses ==
The fruit of the '''Calamansi''' tree is used in a variety of culinary applications. It is often used as a condiment, similar to a lemon or lime, and is a common ingredient in Filipino cuisine. The juice of the fruit is used in beverages, marinades, and sauces, and the fruit itself is used in desserts and preserves.

== Health benefits ==
'''Calamansi''' is rich in [[Vitamin C]] and other nutrients, and has a number of health benefits. It is believed to boost the immune system, aid in digestion, and improve skin health. It is also used in traditional medicine in the Philippines.

== See also ==
* [[Citrus]]
* [[Philippine cuisine]]
* [[Vitamin C]]

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