Citrus limonum – powdered fruit peel

Fine lemon zest powder offers versatile uses: it can be easily diluted in infusions, incorporated into baking recipes, or used in cosmetics such as homemade masks and scrubs. Its aroma remains stable and intense.

Description

Pale yellow to orange powder, very fine, with a lively lemony scent. Light and even texture.

Nomenclature

• Common names: Lemon, lemon peel, zest
• Latin name: Citrus limonum
• Family: Rutaceae
• Part used: Fruit peel (zest)
• Form: Powder
• Origin: Mediterranean Basin, subtropical Asia
• English name: Lemon peel powder
• German name: Citronenschalenpulver
• Name in Spanish: Polvo de cáscara de limón
• Name in Italian: Polvere di scorza di limone
• Name in Arabic: مسحوق قشر الليمون (Masḥūq Qishr al-Laymūn)

Main virtues

Lemon powder is a stimulant, a gentle digestive aid, and an aromatic ingredient. It is used in many wellness, food, and cosmetic preparations for its freshness and high content of volatile compounds.

Main constituents

Essential oils (limonene, citral), flavonoids, vitamin C, pectins, citric acid.

Use and dosage

• Infusion: 1/2 to 1 teaspoon per cup of hot water, infuse for 5 to 7 minutes.
• Cooking: in pastries, smoothies, sauces, or dry condiments.
• Cosmetics: as an aromatic or exfoliating agent in face and body care.

Precautions, side effects and contraindications

• Make sure to use powder from untreated zest.
• Do not apply pure to the skin before exposure to the sun (risk of photosensitization).

History and origin

Lemon is an emblematic fruit of Mediterranean civilizations. Its rind has always been valued for its aromatic and digestive qualities. When ground into powder, it allows for easy preservation and incorporation into many natural formulas.

Miscellaneous information

• Packaging: airtight jar or resealable kraft bag.
• Storage: dry, away from light and heat.
• Appearance: yellow to orange powder.
• Smell: fresh, lemony and intense.

Sources and references

• Pl@ntUse – https://uses.plantnet-project.org
• References in phytogastronomy
• Mediterranean culinary corpus
• Natural cosmetics and plant ingredients

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