Lime – Citrus Aurantifolia

Seedless (or nearly seedless) fruit are produced on this citrus tree developed by John T. Bearss in Porterville, California around 1895. It is also known as Bearss Seedless, Tahitian or Persian Lime. The spreading branches of ?Bearss? are nearly thornless with dense, dark green foliage and fragrant, white blossoms. The thin, smooth rind of the fruit will turn from dark green to light yellow as it matures, and the translucent flesh is tender and juicy, just like a lime should be! This is a good variety for growing in cooler areas, as it does not require much heat for fruit to ripen. Fruits are about the size of a small lemon.