Lime

citrus · tropical fruit · sour

Green citrus fruit. Limes are small, round or oval fruits with green skin and flesh inside. They're actually related to lemons, oranges, and grapefruits in the citrus family.

Super sour taste. Limes taste extra sour because they're full of citric acid, which is what makes your mouth pucker. That sourness is why people love using them in drinks, cooking, and desserts.

Love warm weather. Limes grow best in tropical and subtropical regions around the world, where it's warm and sunny most of the year. Places like Mexico, India, and the Caribbean are famous for growing lots of limes.

Good for you. Limes aren't just tasty, they're also healthy. They have vitamin C and other nutrients that help keep your body strong and fight off illness.

Many uses. People grow limes for cooking and making drinks, but also for medicine and to make gardens and yards look pretty with their fresh green color.