The leaves and also the outer skin of the Kaffir Lime trees contain scented volatile oils that are particular to the Kaffir lime. The flavor and fragrance of food dishes containing Kaffir limes cannot be duplicated by any other lime or citrus fruit. The juice of the Kaffir lime is extremely sour with a bitter aftertaste and, therefore, must be used with caution in drinks and oriental food dishes to avoid extreme sourness. Kaffir Lime, Citrus hystrix, came from the orient with its small lime fruit that is very dark green and the rind has a bumpy appearance much like Ponderosa lemons. For centuries the Kaffir lime fruit and in Kaffir lime leaves have been actively used in flavoring alcoholic drinks and is oriental food preparations. A true Kaffir Lime tree leaf is small with a distinctive flavor and aroma that is often used in the preparation of thai and other southeast Asian dishes.
Recommended USDA zones for Kaffir Lime Trees: | Zone 9 | 20° to 30° | Zone 10 | 30° to 40° | Zone 11 | 40° to 50° |
Delivery Time: Evergreen Fruit Trees are shipped October through May and should ship within ten business days from when the order was placed, while in the current shipping season. The actual delivery time will usually be within four to seven days following the date of shipping by Ty Ty Plant Nursery. Delivery time can not be guaranteed, if a package needs to arrive prior to a specific date please note in the comment section of the order or contact Ty Ty Nursery by telephone during normal business hours.
Shipping Method: UPS Ground and Motor Freight if the proper arrangements have been made by the customer prior to shipping. Shipping costs do apply on Motor Freight shipments, not covered by any sales promotions.
*1 Year Free Plantsurance Policy is void on any shipment outside of recommended zones, and/or when the shipping is authorized by the customer during below freezing temperatures.
If plants are listed by gallon size the plant will be removed from container and have the majority of the dirt removed to allow for the best shipping.
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