Lemon trees
Oval of Sorrento
Citrus limon
(L.) Burm. f.
TCF-100

Varietal Group:
Lemons and their hybrids
Origin:
Italy
Availability:
October - May
Origin data
Sorrento is located on the coast south of Naples (Italy). In this area, there is a geographical indication of origin (IGP) for some of its lemons, and it is the production area of the drink known as limoncello. The Oval lemon of Sorrento is characterized by the quality and acidity of its juice, as well as its aroma and essential oils. It is a variety developed from the common Femminello.
Tree and fruit description
Vigorous tree with an erect posture. Dense foliage with short internodes and opposite leaves. Medium-sized fruits with an oval shape, having a flat apical area with a smooth nipple and a small neck in the crown at the base. Fine, semi-rough, and aromatic bark, bright yellow in maturity. Juicy, highly acidic pulp. Aromatic and fresh juice. In our cultivation conditions, it produces seeds.
Uses
High-quality table lemon, both in the aromas of its rind and in its juice.
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