Citrus

History of Citrus Citrus is believed to have originated in the southeast part of Asia China, India and Burma. It was brought to Europe by Alexander the Great from India and greece and the Persian empire in the 4th century BC. Later in 1707 the spanish brought with them oranges and lemons to the new world to grow so to prevent scurvy on the voyage home. California and Florida became the largest grower in north america in 1849.

Citrus Family tree

Citrus Uses Marmalades Jellies Juice zest peeled and consumed fresh marinades, dressings and drinks

Choosing Citrus No Bruising No Blemishes Feels heavy for size Bright in color firm to touch properly shaped

Citrus USDA Grades Grapefruit U.S. Fancy, No 1 and No 2. Lemons U.S. Fancy,No1 and No 2 Oranges U.S. Fancy,No1 and No 2

Citrus growers http://youtu.be/T9K5J_eD55A

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Lemons Uses juice, marinades,baking Zest, oils and cleaning agents other verities are Meyer lemons Grown in Florida, California discovered in Persia and Iraq around 1oth century

Limes Persian Limes Key limes Kaffir limes marinades, limeade caribbean,spanish and asian cuisine

Oranges manny different verities. Navel, Mandarin,honey bells,Valencia, bitter orange. growing regions, Florida, California and Texas

Grapefruit White & Ruby red verities. Can range from sweet to bitter Cut into segments or juiced grown in Calif, Texas and Florida

Exotic Citrus Kumquats Blood oranges key limes Bitter oranges Citron

Citrus Medical uses juice is high in Vitamin C helps Prevents kidney stones prevent sailors from getting Scurvy lemon juice used to treat bee stings