Citrus aurantifolia (Christman
Primary Characteristics
Primary Characteristics
Citrus aurantifolia (Christman) Swingle is aslo known as Citrus medica Linn. var. acida of Watt., Limonia aurantifolia Christm., belongs to Rutaceae, family.
The English Names for this herb are Chinese Orange, Lemon, Lime, Sour Lime.
The Urdu Names for this herb are Baranimbu, Kaghzi Limun, Limun.
Pharmacological Actions
The pharmacological Actions of Citrus aurantifolia (Christman) Swingle are Anti-bilious, Anti-histamine, Anti-inflammatory, Anti-scorbutic, Aromatic, Astringent, Carminative, Diuretic, Febrifuge, Hepatoprotective, Refrigerant, Stimulant, Stomachic, Tonic.
Seeds:
Anti-bacterial Rind:
Anti-bacterialCoronary Dilatation
Indications
The Indications of Seeds of Citrus aurantifolia (Christman) Swingle are Vomiting, Cholera, Diarrhoea.
The Indications of Oil of Citrus aurantifolia (Christman) Swingle are Sunburn, Eruptions of Acne, Eruptions of vulva, Eruptions of Scrotum.
The Indications of Fruit of Citrus aurantifolia (Christman) Swingle are Hemicrania, Vomiting, Weakness, Biliousness, Bronchitis, Diarrhoea, Trembling of Limbs, Plethora, Chest Burning, Intestinal Bleeding, Menstrual Bleeding, Throat Troubles, Retching, Brain Disorders.
The Indications of Juice of Citrus aurantifolia (Christman) Swingle are Thirst, Fever.
The Indications of Infusion of Citrus aurantifolia (Christman) Swingle are Cardiac Troubles, Dyspepsia, Anaemia, Flatulence, Scurvy, Hepatic Disorders, Gum Affections.
The Indication of Decoction (fruit) of Citrus aurantifolia (Christman) Swingle is Ague.
The Indications of Rind of Citrus aurantifolia (Christman) Swingle are Cardiac Disorders, Stomach Disorders.
No Contra Indication information is available for Citrus aurantifolia (Christman) Swingle.
Temperaments
The Temperament of Seeds of Citrus aurantifolia (Christman) Swingle is 2nd order, warm and dry.
The Temperaments of Juice of Citrus aurantifolia (Christman) Swingle are 2nd order, cold, 1st order, moist.
The Temperament of Rind of Citrus aurantifolia (Christman) Swingle is 2nd order, warm and dry.
Available Brands
Compound Preparations
No Compound Preparation information is available for Citrus aurantifolia (Christman) Swingle.
Dosage
| Part | Dose | Instruction |
| Whole Herb | | N/A |
| Juice | 6.000g | N/A |
| Peel (Seed & Testa) | | N/A |
| Pulp | | N/A |
| Rind | 1.000g | N/A |
| Seeds | 1.000g | N/A |
Herb's Description
Citrus aurantifolia (Christman) Swingle. Spiny bush or tree, 2-3 m tall, spines short and sharp. Leaves 30-60 x 10-38 mm, elliptic oblong, crenate; petiole narrowly winged. Flowers 3-10, perfect and staminate, white. Calyx cupular, fleshy. Fruit ovoid or rounded, 25-50 mm in diameter, shortly mamillate; greenish-yellow when ripe, pulp greenish, very acidic
Taste Odor & Occurrence
Occurence: It occurs in China, Columbia, France, Honduras, India, Mexico, Middle East, Nigeria, Pakistan, Philippines, Senegal, Tunisia, Vietnam.. Cultivated in most tropical parts of the world.
Odor: The odor of Fruit of Citrus aurantifolia (Christman) Swingle is Aromatic
Taste:
Fruit: Sour,Sharp
Substitutes
No information regarding Citrus aurantifolia (Christman) Swingle's substitute is currently available.
Active Constituents
Citrus aurantifolia (Christman) Swingle's Active constituents:
Antidotes
No information regarding Citrus aurantifolia (Christman) Swingle's antidot is currently available.
Warning & Precautions
Excessive use reported as harmful for nerves and individuals with cold temperament.
Toxicity
Currently no Toxicity information is available for Citrus aurantifolia (Christman) Swingle. (work in progress)