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Lime (Persian)

Persian lime is also called Tahiti or Bearss lime. It is a warm-climate citrus grown for acidic fruit.

Citrus latifolia · Evergreen subtropical acid-citrus tree

Profile

Other names: Tahiti lime and Bearss lime
Family: Rutaceae
Genetics: Tahiti lime is triploid.
Climate: Grown in warm subtropical and tropical regions.
Heat requirement: Limes need less heat for good fruit than navel oranges or grapefruit.

Water & soil context

Moisture (VWC): Provide moisture for establishment while maintaining drainage; no numeric VWC target is provided.
Salinity tolerance: A salt-tolerance class or threshold is not established by these cited pages.
Drought tolerance: Young citrus needs supplemental watering; older trees may still need irrigation during dry conditions.

Illustrative monitoring-depth band

6–12 in

Editorial placement example, not a validated optimum or total rooting depth. Confirm the site's root distribution and soil horizons; multiple depths may be needed.

Water the root zone thoroughly, while avoiding persistent wetness and overwatering.

Problems to watch

Asian citrus psyllid
Citrus leafminer
Phytophthora root rot
Freeze damage
Overwatering

Stress signs

Wilting new growth
Premature fruit drop
Fruit splitting

Where you'll find it

Drinks
Garnishes
Pies and cakes

Sources & scope

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Published botanical and soil references are distinct from GroundWorx product guidance. Moisture thresholds and monitoring depths require site calibration; sources do not establish product performance or diagnose stress.