Health Benefits
Arthritis treatment, Cholera treatment, Gout treatment, Heart care, Piles treatment, Scurvy treatment
  
Arthritis prevention, Asthma treatment, Cancer prevention, Kidney stone treatment, Liver health
  
General Benefits
Cures fever, Digestive aid, Eye care, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Treatment of common cold
  
Anti oxidant properties, Boosts immune system, Cures cough, Eye care, Fights against infections, Helps in weight loss, Improves eye vision, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Treatment of common cold
  
Skin Benefits
Anti-aging benefits, Skin rejuvenation, Treatment of acne, Treatment of dark spots
  
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Reduces wrinkles, Treatment of dark spots
  
Hair Benefits
Promotes longer and healthier hair, Treatment of dandruff
  
Prevents hair loss, Protects hair, Regulates hair growth, Treatment of dandruff
  
Allergy
  
  
Allergy Symptoms
Breathing difficulty, Coughing, Eye irritation, Hives, Inflammation, Nasal congestion, Runny nose, Skin rash, Wheezing
  
Abdominal pains, Breathing difficulty, Decrease in blood pressure, Diarrhea, Dizziness, Eczema, Hives, Lightheadedness, Nausea, Runny nose, Sneezing, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips, Vomiting, Wheezing
  
Side Effects
Chances of sunburn
  
Allergic reaction
  
Recommeded for
  
  
Pregnant Women
Yes
  
Yes
  
Lactating Women
No
  
No
  
Best Time to Eat
Along with meal, Best to drink warm water with lime on an empty stomach, Don't consume at night and before bed
  
As a snack in the late afternoon, Eat the fresh ones, avoid mixing with any other foods, don't eat after meal., Morning time (before lunch), Strictly avoid empty stomach
  
Serving Size
100 g
  
100 g
  
Vitamins
  
  
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
Minerals
  
  
Fatty Acids
  
  
Sterol
  
  
Serving Size
100 g
  
100 g
  
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
Not Available
  
Not Available
  
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
Calories in Frozen Form
Not Available
  
Not Available
  
Calories in Dried Form
Not Available
  
117.93 kcal
  
38
Calories in Foods
  
  
Calories in Jam
250.00 kcal
  
19
256.00 kcal
  
15
Type
Citrus, Tree fruit
  
Citrus, Tree fruit
  
Season
All seasons
  
All seasons
  
Varieties
Key lime, Persian lime, Kaffir lime, Desert lime, Palestine Sweet Lime, Mexican Sweet Lime, Mary Ellen Sweet Lime
  
Duncan, Marsh and Oro Blanco
  
Seedless Variety
Yes
  
No
  
Color
Green
  
White
  
Inside Color
Light Green
  
Creamy Yellow
  
Shape
Round
  
Round
  
Texture
Succulent
  
Succulent
  
Taste
Acidic, Sour
  
Tart
  
Origin
India
  
Barbados
  
Grows on
Trees
  
Trees
  
Cultivation
  
  
Soil Type
Clay loam, Sandy loam
  
Loam, Well-drained
  
Soil pH
6-7.5
  
6-8
  
Climatic Conditions
Sunny, Warm to hot climate
  
Humid, Warm
  
Facts about
- Lime is the called as the powerhouse of flavors.
- Fresh lime juice is so acidic that it can dissolve concrete.
- Limes are more fragrant and acidic than lemons.
- Persian limes are almost seedless and thorn less.
  
- February is known as National Grapefruit Month.
- It is called as state fruit of texas.
- No mechanical devices are used while picking grapefruits, they are always handpicked.
  
In Alcoholic Beverages
  
  
Wine
Yes
  
Yes
  
Beer
Yes
  
Yes
  
Spirits
Yes
  
Yes
  
Cocktails
Yes
  
Yes
  
Production
  
  
Top Producer
China
  
China
  
Other Countries
Argentina, Brazil, India, Mexico
  
Argentina, India, Israel, Mexico, South Africa, Sudan, Thailand, Turkey, United States of America
  
Top Importer
United States of America
  
Europe
  
Top Exporter
Mexico
  
United States of America
  
Botanical Name
Citrus aurantifolia
  
Citrus paradisi
  
Synonym
not available
  
Not Available
  
Domain
Eukarya
  
Eukarya
  
Kingdom
Plantae
  
Plantae
  
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
  
Tracheobionta
  
Division
Magnoliophyta
  
Magnoliophyta
  
Class
Magnoliopsida
  
Magnoliopsida
  
Subclass
Rosidae
  
Rosidae
  
Order
Sapindales
  
Sapindales
  
Family
Rutaceae
  
Rutaceae
  
Genus
Citrus
  
Citrus
  
Species
C. aurantifolia
  
C. × paradisi
  
Generic Group
Citrus fruit
  
Citrus fruit
  
Difference Between Lime and White Grapefruit
We might think that Lime and White Grapefruit are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Lime and White Grapefruit Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Lime and White Grapefruit is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Lime and White Grapefruit with peel is Not Available and Not Available and the amount of calories without peel is 30.00 kcal and 33.00 kcal respectively. Thus, Lime and White Grapefruit belong to and category.These fruits might or might not differ with respect to their scientific classification. The order of Lime and White Grapefruit is Sapindales and Sapindales respectively. Lime belongs to Rutaceae family and White Grapefruit belongs to Rutaceae family. Lime belongs to Citrus genus of C. aurantifolia species and White Grapefruit belongs to Citrus genus of C. × paradisi species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.