LEMONS

Lemons were once known as 'golden apples'or golden fruit and historically used as a valuable trading tool by the countries who grew them . Lemons are one of the oldest known cultivated fruits . It is widely believed that lemon trees were first found in India , dating back to about 4,000 years ago , there is also documentation connecting the lemon tree to Burma and China . Throughout the ages lemons have been used for medicinal purposes and a beauty supplement for women ie teeth whitening , breathe freshener , lip reddener . It was not until early 19th century that the lemon was recorded as an ingredient used for cooking and flavouring . Today lemon trees grow in abundance in subtropical areas ( evident )as many Australian back yards host amazing lemon trees that flower continuously throughout the year ,successfully producing anywhere up to 1000 + pieces of fruit . The lemon fruit is an amazing fruit , the inner fleshy pulp cultivated for its fruit and the lemon rind / zest being used for flavouring and garnishing .