or elliptic in shape, and 2 - 8 in long; they are leathery and dull green above, hairy beneath. The flowers, produced singly or in clusters, are fragrant and yellow-white.

The fruit is large, 10 - 30 cm in diameter, round or somewhat pear-shaped. Its weight varies by cultivar from 0.26 - 1.95 kg. It has thicker peel than a grapefruit, and is divided into 11 to 18 segments. The flesh is less acidic than that