• Scientific Name: Citrus limon (for regular lemons) and Citrus x meyeri (for Meyer lemons, the most common "sweet lemon" variety).
• Common Names: Sweet Lemon, Sweet Lemonade, Meyer Lemon, Chinese Sweet Lemon (sometimes used in reference to specific varieties).
• Family: Rutaceae (Citrus family).

Varieties of Sweet Lemons:

1. Meyer Lemon (Citrus x meyeri):

   • The Meyer lemon is the most famous variety of sweet lemon. It is a hybrid between a lemon and an orange or mandarin. This variety is typically smaller, with a rounder shape and a thin, yellow-orange skin.
   • The fruit has a sweeter, less tangy flavor compared to regular lemons, and it has a mild acidity. The pulp is juicy, tender, and sometimes has a slightly orange hue.