lemonwood

Lemonwood is not a scientifically defined term but a vernacular name applied to several different plant species and their wood. The exact species referred to as lemonwood varies by region and context, and there is no single taxonomic group universally recognized by this label. The common thread is typically either a lemon-like aroma in the wood or essential oil, or a light-colored timber that some craftspeople associate with lemons.

In horticulture and woodworking, lemonwood may refer to:

- The wood of certain Citrus species, especially lemon trees (Citrus limon) and related citrus, used by some craftsmen for its light color and fine texture, though it is not a standardized timber category.

- Other fragrant trees whose foliage or wood yields a lemon aroma, such as various members of the Myrtaceae family in some regional markets, where the term lemonwood is applied descriptively rather than taxonomically.

Because lemonwood encompasses multiple, unrelated species, its properties—such as density, hardness, and durability—vary widely. This diversity means that, when shopping for lemonwood, buyers should rely on the scientific name of the source species rather than the common label.

In summary, lemonwood is a vernacular term rather than a scientific designation, used to describe certain light-colored or lemon-scented woods from different plants in different places.