Various species may develop damaging infestations on bark, leaves or fruit. Control with sprays of scalicides and oil. For more information see Fact Sheet ENY-814, Scale Pests of Florida Citrus . Can be occasionally troublesome in southern Florida. Fact Sheet ENY-815, Whitefly Pests of Citrus for more information.
Fresh juice is used in beverages, marinating fish and meats and seasoning many foods.
Frozen and canned juice is used in similar ways. Lime oil is widely used in flavorings and cosmetics. Tables Table 1. Common Names 'Persian' lime'Bearss' lime Scientific Name Citrus latifolia Tanaka Family Rutaceae Origin Unknown. Swingle and some other Citrus species.