Lime (sitwon)
Citrus aurantifolia
Lime
sitwon
Citron
Citrus aurantifolia
Traditionally used
Fever, digestion, respiratory, skin, antimicrobial, immunity
Prepared as
Lime juice: squeeze fresh lime into warm water with honey, drink for fever, colds, and vitamin C. Lime peel tea: steep dried peel in hot water 10 minutes for digestion and nausea. Fresh lime juice applied to skin infections, fungal conditions, and insect bites. Lime and salt gargle for sore throat. Drink juice of 1 lime daily in warm water for immune and digestive support.
In three languages
Kreyòl — Lafyèv, dijèsyon, pwoblèm respirasyon, maladi po, kont mikwòb, ranfòse kò a
Français — Fièvre, digestion, affections respiratoires, problèmes de peau, antimicrobien, renforcement immunitaire
Safety
Safety notes for this plant are still being written. Until they are, treat it with a cautious hand.
Plants can look similar and be misidentified — always verify with a local herbalist or guide before use.
Kept alongside