Description

Lemon Caviar

Lemon caviar, also known as Finger lime, is a citrus fruit native to Australia that is becoming increasingly popular due to its unique pulp made up of small, juicy, crunchy balls that look like pearls of caviar. The tree is a small evergreen tree that can reach a height of 3 to 3.5 meters. It has smooth, thin bark, often dark green to reddish-brown in color. Its leaves are oval and dark green, and can measure up to 6 cm long. The flowers are white and appear in clusters.

The fruits of the caviar lemon tree are elongated and slender, 6 to 8 cm long, and have a thin and fragile skin that is dark green to reddish-brown in color. The pulp is divided into segments filled with small, juicy, crunchy balls, which can vary in color from white to pink or red. The balls have a tangy, fruity flavor and can be used to add texture and flavor to a variety of dishes, including seafood, salads, cocktails and desserts.

The caviar lemon tree is a delicate and not very hardy shrub that requires special care. It prefers well-drained, slightly acidic soil and a sunny, sheltered location. It is often grown in pots to facilitate its protection in winter in colder regions. In addition to being grown for its unique fruits, the caviar lemon tree is also valued for its decorative foliage and resistance to disease and pests. It is used in traditional medicine to treat respiratory ailments and fever, as well as to boost the immune system and relieve joint pain.

It can be grown both in the ground and in a large container. The substrate must be rich and remain fresh and rather clayey. Do not hesitate to mix a little gravel with the earth for better drainage. Be careful, lemon caviar is sensitive to frost. It will therefore be necessary to isolate the lemon caviar in a room not susceptible to cold but having light.