BUDDHAS FINGERS, LIMAU SARI

This is a variety of the true citron (citrus medical) of the Western world. It is a bushy plant growing to a height of 5 meters. In Malaysia, it is found mainly in the highlands. The plant is thorny with wingless leaves, a distinguishing character of this species. The fruits are variable in size, about 10-17.5 cm long and 5-7.5 cm wide. They are green when young but turn yellow on ripening. One end of the fruit is divided into about 5 parts, each resembling a finger, hence the name Buddhas finger and used for religious purpose. It is also known for its medicinal value and also serves as an ornamental for fruit arrangement.