Assam Lemon facts for kids

A Kaji Nemu

Assam Lemon, also known as Nemu Tenga, is a special type of lemon. It grows in the Indian state of Assam. Two popular kinds are 'Gol Nemu' and 'Kaji Nemu'. These lemons are a very important part of Assamese cuisine.

People use Assam lemons to make refreshing drinks and tasty pickles. They also add a fresh touch to curries and other dishes. Other citrus fruits from Assam include Jora Tenga and Bore Tenga.

Varieties

Gol Nemu

Gol Nemu is a round lemon. It is smaller than other lemons. It has a nice smell and is sweeter than other lemons. When it gets ripe, it turns yellow and becomes even sweeter. Its scientific name is Citrus jambhiri.

Kaji Nemu

Kaji Nemu in Assamese Thali. It is in the upper right position to the rice, near salt and green chilli

Kaji Nemu is another type of Assam lemon. It is long and oval-shaped. This lemon usually has no seeds. Its scientific name is Citrus jambhiri. Kaji Nemu is officially recognized as a special product from Assam.

It is often juicier than Gol Nemu because of its longer size. Kaji Nemu is very popular in Assam. It is a key part of Assamese cooking. This lemon is generally larger than Gol Nemu. It also turns yellow when it ripens.

Major areas where Kaji Nemu grows include Dibrugarh, Golaghat, Cachar, Chirang, Nalbari, and Dima Hasao.

Kaji Nemu plant in Malappuram, Kerala, India