Also known as the “variegated pink lemon” or the “variegated Eureka lemon” due to its splotchy, colorful foliage, this unique citrus was discovered in 1930 in Burbank, California. At the time, the growers weren’t trying to cultivate pink lemons. These lush citrus fruits were a result of a spontaneous mutation on a Eureka lemon tree. The pink lemon’s flesh contains a high concentration of lycopene, an antioxidant that gives many fruits and vegetables their red pigment. Pink grapefruit and tomatoes also get their ruby hues from lycopene. The flavor is very similar to a regular Eureka lemon.

The fruit inside is a light pink, but it's not vibrant enough to dye other foods or beverages pink