Citrus paradisi

It is sometimes confused with the pomelo (Citrus maxima), which is a close relation but is larger and pear-shaped. The grapefruit tree can grow to a height of 26 to 30 feet. Grapefruits are round, with a diameter of between 4 and 6 inches. Their thin skin may be either completely yellow or yellow with a pinkish hue. The pulp of the fruit may be yellow, pinkish, or reddish. It can be more or less sharp-tasting, acidic, sweet, and fragrant. Benefits: High in vitamin C and potassium, a good source of folate, iron, calcium, and other minerals, high in fiber, low in calories. Pink and red varieties are high in beta carotene, a precursor of vitamin A. Contains bioflavonoids and other plant chemicals that protect against cancer and heart disease.

Similar plants:

• Citrus aurantifolia (Mexican Lime, Key lime, West Indian lime)
• Citrus australasica, Microcitrus australasica (Finger Lime, Caviar Lime)
• Citrus australis (Australian Lime)
• Citrus bergamia (Bergamot orange)
• Citrus grandis, Citrus maxima (Pomelo, Pommelo, Pummelo)
• Citrus hystrix (Indonesian lime, Wild lime, Kaffir Lime)
• Citrus junos (Yuzu)
• Citrus limetta (Sweet Lime, Sweet Lemon)
• Citrus limettiodes (Indian Sweet Lime, Palestinian Lime, Lima Dulce, Pinata Lime)
• Citrus limon (Lemon)