Citrus
Vitamin C source
Citrus refers to a group of tropical and subtropical fruit trees and their acidic, juicy fruits—oranges, lemons, limes, grapefruits, and their relatives.
The fruits share a distinctive structure: segmented flesh enclosed in a peel rich with fragrant oils.
As an adjective, citrus describes the bright, tangy flavor profile: a citrus vinaigrette, citrus notes in the wine.
Keen enjoyment or peel
- juiceExtracted fruit liquid
- peelOuter fruit layer
- segmentDistinct part of whole
- rindTough outer covering
marmalade · curd · vinaigrette · glaze · garnish · wedge · twist · supremes
Citrus with segments
- lemonAcidic yellow citrus
- limeAcidic green citrus
- grapefruitTangy citrus, often halved
- tangerineSmall, loose-skinned citrus
mandarin · kumquat · pomelo · clementine · yuzu · bergamot · tangelo · blood orange
Essential water-soluble antioxidant
- antioxidantOxidation-preventing molecule
- potassiumNineteenth element, symbol K
- fiberPlant-based digestive aid
- folateVitamin for DNA synthesis
immune boost · collagen · hydration · low-calorie · pectin · limonene · healthy · wellness
Small stand of trees
albedo · tree · evergreen · subtropical · grafting · rootstock · hybrid · thornless
Concentrated aromatic plant extract
- fragrancePleasing olfactory quality
- perfumeFragrant liquid for wearing
- zestKeen enjoyment or peel
- aromatherapyTherapeutic use of plant essences
bergamot oil · cleaner · freshener · scent · diffuser · uplifting · invigorating · cologne
zest
Keen enjoyment or peel
rind · marmalade · curd · vinaigrette · glaze · garnish · wedge · twist · supremes · preserve
orange
Citrus with segments
- lemonAcidic yellow citrus
- limeAcidic green citrus
- grapefruitTangy citrus, often halved
tangerine · mandarin · kumquat · pomelo · clementine · yuzu · bergamot · tangelo · blood orange · Meyer lemon
vitamin C
Essential water-soluble antioxidant
- antioxidantOxidation-preventing molecule
- potassiumNineteenth element, symbol K
- fiberPlant-based digestive aid
folate · immune boost · collagen · hydration · low-calorie · pectin · limonene · healthy · wellness · superfruit
grove
Small stand of trees
pith · albedo · tree · evergreen · subtropical · grafting · rootstock · hybrid · thornless · dwarf
essential oil
Concentrated aromatic plant extract
aromatherapy · bergamot oil · cleaner · freshener · scent · diffuser · uplifting · invigorating · cologne · toiletries
tangy
Sharp and lively-tasting
acidic · bright · refreshing · sharp · pungent · piquant · zingy · bracing · pucker · astringent
Citrusstone fruit
Fruit with pit inside
tropical fruit · melon · apple · peach · cherry
- citrus groveCultivated stand of tangy-fruit trees
- citrus orchardsCultivated land growing tangerines
- citrus fruitsAcidic segmented produce
- Florida citrusSubtropical fruit from the peninsula
- citronella candlesInsect-repelling outdoor lights
- citric acidTart organic compound
citric, citrate, citrates, citrine, citron, citronella, citruses