Lemon seeds with Zaher

Lemon tree of Binzehir is a type of lemon that has gained widespread popularity around the world and has spread from Arab countries to Persian countries. Its fruit is round in shape, with a color that ranges between green and yellow, and its diameter is between 3 to 6 centimeters. It has a sour taste and is used in some dishes and beverages to add a distinctive flavor. Scientific name: Citrus Aurantiifolia Other names: Lemon Family: Citrus Original homeland: Southern Iraq and Persia. Cultivation of Binzehir lemon and environmental conditions: Soil and fertilizer: Growing Binzehir lemon requires a specific type of soil that is somewhat deep, and it should be a mixture, meaning it should not be sandy or clayey. This mixture helps the roots of the Binzehir lemon plant to spread deep into the ground easily and explore water sources. For more accuracy, it is recommended that the soil depth for this plant be no less than two meters. As for fertilizers, a regular fertilization system suitable for various types of trees is appropriate, where fertilizer should be part of the soil to enable the plant to absorb nutrients, salts, and all elements needed during the growth stage. Irrigation method: During the flowering period, the Binzehir lemon plant needs light watering due to the thinness of the fruit-bearing stalk, as excessive water intake can harm it. Conversely, over-reducing water can lead to wilting, stiffening, and ultimately falling of the leaves. Sun exposure: The Binzehir lemon plant needs continuous exposure to light, especially during flowering. However, very high temperatures can be dangerous to the plant's life, so exposure to sunlight is important, like any other plant. Planting time: Binzehir lemon has a specific season for planting, aside from high heat and frost severity. Flowering time: It usually begins flowering at the end of winter. Harvesting time: Harvesting usually begins in the autumn. Flowers: The Binzehir lemon plant typically starts flowering at the end of winter, like other lemon varieties. Its flowers are white with a fragrant and distinctive scent. As for its leaves, they are medium-sized green leaves, neither large nor small, with an oval shape and a somewhat pointed tip. They have a texture that is intermediate between smooth and rough. They also quickly wilt if water is significantly reduced, which is one of the most notable features of the Binzehir lemon plant's leaves. Benefits of Binzehir lemon: Consuming Binzehir lemon helps significantly in quick recovery from seasonal influenza and colds. It contains substances and nutrients that help fight foreign bodies and harmful germs to human health. It is useful for cleansing and disinfecting the esophagus and mouth.