Most citrus groves in Egypt are located the North of the African country.
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Citrus is the main fruit crop in Egypt |
Random Facts About Lemons
1.
Lemons are grown in both dry and
humid environments and tolerate infertile, poor soil.
2.
Lemons are a good source of vitamin
C, rich in minerals as calcium and potassium.
3.
Lemons have a shelf life ranging
between 2 and 20 weeks.
4.
Lemons create one of nature's major
sources of potassium.
5.
Lemons are technically berries.
6.
Lemon is an evergreen plant that
belongs to the family Rutaceae.
7.
Lemons are nature’s top source of
citric acid, a life essential found in the cells of all living creatures.
8.
Fresh squeezed lemon in a glass of
water is said to cleanse the liver.
9.
Lemons are also believed to stimulate
the metabolism.
10.
A halved lemon dipped in salt or
baking powder can be used to brighten copper and silver cookware.