
Lime, Key, Organic, Steam Distilled
Pure, Therapeutic Key Lime essential oil (also known as Mexican Lime), Organically Grown, Steam Distilled Product Details Botanical name Citrus aurantifolia or Citrus medica var. acida Extraction method / Source Steam Distilled / Fruit Aroma Fresh, sharp, fruity citrus fragrance Note classification Top Odor Intensity 3 Key constituents Limonene 40 - 50%, Beta-pinene, Theta-terpinene, Citral, Sabinene, Myrcene Plant description Botanical family: Rutaceae Lime is a small evergreen which is believed to have originated in India and Burma, and was brought to Central and South America by the Polynesians. The trees grow to a height of 12 - 18 feet and produce dark green leaves, white flowers and acidic green fruits. Regions of Production USA, Sri Lanka Growing Practices Trees are organically farmed. Fruits are tested after harvest for purity. History / Fun Facts Lime essential oil can be made in two ways: steam distillation or cold pressed. Distilled lime oil is used extensively in the food i