Below is a list of all known varieties for Lemon. Click on a variety name to view more detailed nutrient and sourcing information.
| Variety Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Amalfi (Femminello Cultivar) | A prized Italian lemon cultivar from the Femminello group, grown on the Amalfi Coast. Prized for its thick, fragrant, oily rind, which is used to make Limoncello. The flesh is juicy and less acidic than a standard lemon. |
| Buddha's Hand (Citron) | A fragrant citron variety (Citrus medica), not a true lemon. The fruit is segmented into "fingers" and has no juice or pulp. The thick, white "albedo" and yellow zest are used for candy and zest. |
| Etrog (Citron) | A variety of citron (Citrus medica) used in the Jewish holiday of Sukkot. It is oblong, with a thick, bumpy rind and a pale, acidic, dry pulp. The rind is highly fragrant and can be candied. |
| Eureka | A common, "true" lemon. Oval-shaped with a bright yellow, textured rind and a pronounced, nipple-like end. Very acidic, tart, and juicy. |
| Femminello (Group) | The most common group of lemon cultivars in Italy. "Femminello Comune" is the classic, common Italian lemon. Known for high juice content, strong acidity, and a very fragrant, oily rind. |
| Femminello Siracusano | A specific and highly-prized cultivar from the Femminello group in Sicily, Italy. It is a vigorous, productive tree. The fruit is very juicy, highly acidic, and has a fine, aromatic, oil-rich zest. |
| Fino | The other major Spanish lemon, also called "Primofiori." It is an early-season, fall-harvested lemon. The fruit is medium-sized, oval, with a thin, smooth skin and a very high juice and acid content. |
| Genoa (Lemon) | A "Eureka-type" lemon, popular in Italy. Known for its vigorous, cold-hardy nature and high-quality, acidic, juicy fruit. |
| Interdonato (Lemon-Citron Hybrid) | An early-season, large, football-shaped hybrid (lemon x citron). Known for its very mild, low-acid flesh, with a slightly bitter, citron-like flavor. Harvested in early fall. |
| Lemon Cucumber | A small, round, yellow cucumber with a mild, slightly sweet flavor; used mostly for fresh eating and salads. |
| Lemon Mint | A fast-growing, perennial herb with a fresh aroma, used in cooking, teas, and desserts. |
| Lisbon | Another common "true" lemon, very similar to Eureka. It is typically smoother-skinned, more acidic, and often has a slightly higher juice content. |
| Lumia (Pear Lemon) | An old citrus hybrid, possibly (Lemon x Citron) or (Lemon x Pomelo). It is large and distinctly "pear-shaped." The rind is thick, and the flesh is pale, seedy, and mildly acidic. |
| Meyer | A hybrid, likely a cross between a lemon and a mandarin/orange. It is smaller, rounder, with a smooth, deep-yellow skin. It is much less acidic and has a sweeter, more floral, aromatic flavor. |
| Palestine Sweet Lemon (Citrus limetta) | A "sweet lemon" variety (also called Indian Sweet Lime). Looks like a lemon but lacks acidity (insipid). The juice is watery and sweetish. Valued in some cultures for its non-acidic juice. |
| Pink Variegated (Eureka) | A mutation of the Eureka lemon. Has beautiful, striped green and yellow rind, and a pale, pinkish, seedless flesh. Acidity and flavor are similar to a standard Eureka. |
| Ponderosa | A very large, bumpy-skinned lemon, often grapefruit-sized. It is a hybrid of a citron and a pomelo. |
| Ponderosa (Lemon-Citron Hybrid) | A hybrid of a lemon and a citron. Produces very large, "grapefruit-sized" fruit. Skin is thick and bumpy. Flesh is seedy, very acidic, and has a classic, strong lemon flavor. |
| Rough Lemon (Citrus jambhiri) | A distinct species, not a true lemon. Has a bumpy, irregular, thick yellow rind. The flesh is seedy, acidic, and has a less refined, "rough" flavor. Primarily used as a hardy rootstock for other citrus. |
| Verna | A major commercial lemon from Spain. Produces large, oval fruit with a thick skin, a pronounced nipple, and few seeds. Very acidic and juicy. It is a late-season, spring-harvested lemon. |
| Villafranca | An old heirloom lemon, very similar to 'Eureka' and 'Lisbon'. It is a vigorous, cold-hardy tree that produces high-quality, acidic, and juicy fruit with few seeds. |
| Yen Ben (Lemon) | A high-quality, "Lisbon-type" lemon from Australia/New Zealand. Very juicy, with a thin rind and a strong, acidic flavor. A major commercial variety. |