Buddha's hand
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| Buddha's hand fruit, "open hand" appearance when ripe | |
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| Variety: | C. medica var. sarcodactylis
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| Citrus medica var. sarcodactylis | |
Buddha's hand is an ornamental variety of citron (Citrus medica). Having little or no juice, it is instead used for its fragrant rind, which can be grated, or candied - similar to other citrons.
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