citruscitrus
genusgenusA genus of flowering trees and shrubs known for their aromatic, oil-rich foliage and edible fruits with distinctive segmented flesh. These evergreen plants are characterized by their glossy leaves, fragrant white flowers, and unique combination of sweet and acidic flavors in their fruits.
Etymology
The name comes from ancient Greek 'kedros' through Latin, originally referring to fragrant trees, later specifically to these aromatic fruit-bearing plants.
Interesting fact!
Almost all commercially cultivated citrus fruits are hybrids derived from a few ancestral species, making this one of the most genetically interwoven plant groups in agriculture.
