TANAMAN JERUK PURUT (CITRUS HYSTRIX) || Aneka Flora

Summary

This video provides an insightful look into the morphology of the kaffir lime plant (Citrus hystrix). It explains how its leaves, which are compound with serrated edges, release a distinct fragrance when crushed. The plant also produces flowers that bloom biannually, followed by small, green, wrinkled fruits with a thick rind and a distinct sour taste. Additionally, the plant's seeds are bitter and numerous. The video highlights the various culinary uses of kaffir lime, particularly in Southeast Asian cuisine, and encourages viewers to consider growing this versatile plant in their own gardens.

Takeaways

• 😀 The kaffir lime plant (Citrus hystrix) is a shrub widely used for its fragrant leaves and fruit in Southeast Asian cuisine.
• 🌿 The leaves of the kaffir lime are compound with serrated edges, and when crushed, they release a distinct aroma.
• 🍋 Kaffir lime fruit is small, green, wrinkled, and has a sour taste, commonly used as a natural deodorizer for meat or fish.
• 🌸 The kaffir lime plant blooms every six months, producing star-shaped, white flowers with a hint of yellow.
• 🌱 The leaves are often added to dishes like *pecel*, *gado-gado*, and *rempeyek* for enhanced flavor.
• 🍊 The fruit of the kaffir lime has a thick rind that allows it to stay fresh for several days.
• 🍃 The plant’s leaves are part of a compound leaf system, with two leaflets per stem.
• 🧄 Kaffir lime leaves are used in cooking not just for flavor but also for their ability to neutralize odors.
• 🌱 The plant’s fruit contains many small, round seeds that are bitter when eaten.
• 🌿 Kaffir lime is a great plant to grow in your home garden, offering both culinary and aromatic benefits.

Q & A

What is the significance of the kaffir lime plant (Jeruk Purut) in Southeast Asian cuisine?

The kaffir lime plant is widely used in Southeast Asian cuisine, especially its fruit and leaves. The fruit serves as a neutralizer for the strong odor of fish or meat, while the leaves are used in various dishes such as Pecel, Gado-Gado, and in the making of Rempeyek (a type of cracker).

How do the leaves of the kaffir lime plant differ in appearance?

The leaves of the kaffir lime plant are compound, meaning each stem has two leaves. These leaves are broad with a blunt base and a sharp, pointed tip. They also have a serrated edge and can grow to about 15 cm long and 6 cm wide.

What unique feature do the leaves of the kaffir lime plant have when crushed?

When the leaves are crushed, they release a distinct, pleasant aroma, which is one of the key features that make them popular in cooking.

How often do kaffir lime plants flower, and what are the characteristics of their flowers?

The kaffir lime plant flowers every six months, with its flowers being compound. Each flower cluster contains more than one bloom. The flowers are star-shaped, white, and have a hint of yellow.

What does the fruit of the kaffir lime plant look like?

The fruit of the kaffir lime is small, round, green, and slightly wrinkled. It has a characteristic sour taste and thick skin, which helps it resist rotting and prolongs its shelf life.

What is the taste of kaffir lime fruit like?

The fruit of the kaffir lime has a distinct sour taste, which contributes to its usage in cooking and as a flavor enhancer.

How many seeds does the kaffir lime fruit contain, and what are their characteristics?

The kaffir lime fruit contains several small, round seeds that are white in color. These seeds are quite bitter if bitten into.

What is the purpose of planting a kaffir lime tree in your home garden?

Planting a kaffir lime tree in your home garden allows you to have a fresh supply of leaves and fruit for cooking. It can also serve as a natural, aromatic plant, enhancing the fragrance of your garden.

What is the size of the leaves of the kaffir lime tree?

The leaves of the kaffir lime tree can grow up to 15 cm in length and 6 cm in width.

Why is it beneficial to grow a kaffir lime tree at home?

Growing a kaffir lime tree at home gives you easy access to its fragrant leaves and fruits, which can be used in cooking. It is also a low-maintenance plant that can be grown in your backyard.