Shangjuan facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Shangjuan, Ichang lemon |
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C. cavaleriei × C. maxima
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| Citrus cavaleriei × Citrus maxima |
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The shangjuan, also known as the Ichang lemon, is a special kind of citrus fruit. It comes from East Asia. This fruit is a cold-hardy citrus, which means it can grow in colder places than many other citrus plants.
Scientists believe the shangjuan is a hybrid. This means it's a mix of two different citrus plants: the pomelo and the Ichang papeda. Because of this, some people also call it the Ichang pomelo.
What is Shangjuan?
The shangjuan plant can grow into a small tree or a shrub. It often has thorns, like many other citrus plants.
Leaves and Branches
The leaves of the shangjuan are quite interesting. They have a large petiole, which is the small stem that connects the leaf blade to the branch. This large petiole makes the leaves look a bit like those of the Kaffir lime. The leaves also have a nice smell.
The Fruit Itself
The shangjuan fruit is large, similar in size to a grapefruit. It can be pale yellow or green, depending on how ripe it is. The fruit is very fragrant, meaning it smells wonderful!
When you taste a shangjuan, it's like a mix of lemon and grapefruit. Because of its unique flavor, people sometimes use it instead of lemons or grapefruits in recipes. Just like its parent, the Ichang papeda, the shangjuan can handle colder temperatures better than many other citrus fruits.
