Interdonato cidra lemon

It is a hybrid obtained by crossing a Sicilian lemon tree and a citron. It is named after its creator, Colonel Juan Garibaldi Interdonato. Its main characteristic is that it is an early variety.

Moderately vigorous tree, upright and not very productive. Wide, dark, serrated leaves. Medium to large-sized fruits, variously shaped but predominantly oblong or cylindrical, with a conical apical nipple and surrounded at the base by a sort of collar. Yellow, smooth, shiny, thin bark, with fine granulation and strongly attached. Characteristic central axis, small and solid. Flesh is yellowish-green, crisp, moderately juicy, very acidic, and slightly bitter. Contains some seeds.

Good alternative to table lemon, as its juice adds a slight bitter touch that is distinctive.