Kaffir Lime
Citrus hystrix
An aromatic Southeast-Asian citrus leaf used in cooking and traditional hair and skin care.
Traditional use (tcm): An aromatic Southeast-Asian citrus leaf used in cooking and traditional hair and skin care.
An aromatic Southeast-Asian citrus leaf used in cooking and traditional hair and skin care.
Active constituents are under study; evidence ranges from traditional use to preliminary human trials.
- An aromatic Southeast-Asian citrus leaf used in cooking and traditional hair and skin care.
Evidence strength: traditional use.
- See the evidence level above
- A culinary herb; mainly aromatic.
- Pregnant/breastfeeding people without medical advice
A culinary herb; mainly aromatic.
May interact with prescription medications — review with a clinician if you take any.
Use caution in pregnancy, breastfeeding, for children, and with chronic disease unless cleared by a clinician.
Choose reputable, tested suppliers; correct identification is essential for wild-harvested plants.