Are Citrus Hystrix and Citrus Latifolia in the same botanical family?

Yes — both belong to Rutaceae.

Can you substitute Citrus Hystrix for Citrus Latifolia?

They are close relatives in the genus Citrus, often substitutable with flavor adjustments.

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Citrus Hystrix vs Citrus Latifolia

Citrus hystrix · Citrus ×latifolia

Citrus Hystrix

Citrus hystrix

D No Clinical Evidence

Family: Rutaceae
Genus: Citrus
Primary use: culinary

Citrus hystrix, called the kaffir lime, Thai lime or makrut lime, is a citrus fruit native to tropical Southeast Asia.

Citrus Latifolia

Citrus ×latifolia

D No Clinical Evidence

Family: Rutaceae
Genus: Citrus
Primary use: culinary

Persian lime, also known by other common names such as seedless lime, Bearss lime, and Tahiti lime, is a citrus fruit species of hybrid origin, known only in cultivation. The Persian lime is a triploid cross between Key lime and lemon.

At a glance

· Same genus (Citrus) — close relatives, often substitutable.
· Both are primarily culinary.
· Evidence tiers — Citrus Hystrix: D; Citrus Latifolia: D.