This is an illustration of a Citrus junos, as known as Yuzu. The ripe yellow fruit has a somewhat rough texture on its skin compared to tangerines and lemons. While it contains little juice, it has a strong and rich acidity and aroma, with the scent of the peel being particularly pronounced, making it a valuable fruit for enhancing the aroma of dishes.
Botanical information
Informations of the plants imaged for these illustrations is bellow.
Botanical name
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Citrus junos
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Yuzu
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Plantae Category
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Rutaceae
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Citrus
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Citrus junos
Origin
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Central China towestern China, Upper Yangtze River
