Papeda (citrus)

Overview of Papeda (citrus).

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Papeda (Citrus)

The Papeda group of citrus includes some of the most primitive forms of citrus and includes a variety of species and hybrids.

Origin and Distribution

Papeda is native to the tropical regions of Asia, including the Philippines, Malaysia, Indonesia, and New Guinea. It is also found in parts of Australia and the Pacific Islands.

Description

Papedas are typically small trees or shrubs, with a spiny habit and small, narrow leaves. The fruit is usually small, with a thick, inedible skin and a small amount of sour juice.

Species and Hybrids

There are several species and hybrids in the Papeda group, including:

• Citrus hystrix, also known as Kaffir lime or Makrut lime
• Citrus micrantha, known as the Etrog citron
• Citrus macrophylla, or Wild lemon
• Citrus ichangensis, the Ichang papeda

Uses

Papedas are primarily used for their aromatic leaves and rind, which are often used in cooking. The fruit is also used in traditional medicine in some cultures.

Cultivation

Papedas are generally grown from seeds, and are relatively hardy, able to tolerate poor soil conditions and some degree of cold. However, they are not widely cultivated due to the limited uses of the fruit.

See Also

• Citrus
• Citrus hystrix
• Citrus micrantha
• Citrus macrophylla
• Citrus ichangensis

External Links

• Citrus Variety Collection: Papedas

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