Grown primarily for its fragrant double-lobed leaves, an essential aromatic in Thai, Cambodian, and Indonesian cooking.
Hardiness ratings
| System | Rating | Temperature range | How to read it |
|---|---|---|---|
| USDA hardiness zone | Zone 9–12 | −6.7 °C to 15.6 °C | Plant tolerates down to this zone |
| RHS hardiness rating | H3 | −5 °C to 1 °C | Plant needs at least this level of cold tolerance |
| Canadian plant hardiness zone | Zone 9 | −1 °C and warmer | Plant tolerates down to this zone |
| Australian (ANBG) zone | Zone 5–7 | 5 °C and warmer | Plant tolerates down to this zone |
Growing notes
- "Kaffir lime" is offensive in some regions — prefer "Makrut lime" or simply the leaves' culinary use
- Frost-tender — bring containers indoors below 5 °C
Pet caution: Lime — Makrut (Kaffir) is listed as potentially harmful to cats and/or dogs. Keep pets from grazing on it, and contact a vet if you suspect your animal has eaten some.
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