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Citrus hystrix

Antimicrobial

Citrus hystrix

PregnancyNursing

Last updated Mar 29, 2026

Description

Southeast Asian lime with double leaves; leaves and peel essential in Thai and Indonesian cuisine and folk medicine.

Active Compounds

limonenebeta-pinenecitronellalflavonoidsvitamin C

Traditional Uses

oral hygiene
digestive stimulant
hair conditioning
aromatherapy

Modern Uses

antimicrobial oral rinse
digestive tonic
hair growth
aromatic stimulant

Dosage Information

Recommended dosing guidelines

Forms: other, topical, tea
Adult Dose: Leaf tea 5-10g 2x/day; juice for oral rinse
Child Dose: Leaf tea 3-5g
Preparation Notes: Leaves used to flavor cooking; juice used as hair shampoo in Thailand.

Safety Information

Generally safe during pregnancy

Generally safe while nursing

Contraindications

citrus allergy
photosensitivity from peel

Possible Side Effects

photosensitivity with peel oil
contact dermatitis

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Citrus hystrix

Description

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Traditional Uses

Modern Uses

Contraindications

Possible Side Effects