Yes, lemons can have seeds.
Lemons commonly found in grocery stores and restaurants *do* contain seeds.
Lemon Seed Presence in Common Scenarios
According to the provided reference, the lemons you encounter in your everyday life will indeed have seeds. This is different from the prevalence of seedless limes which are more common.
Here's a breakdown:
- Grocery Stores: Lemons purchased at the grocery store are highly likely to have seeds.
- Restaurants: Lemon wedges served at restaurants will almost always have seeds as well.
Seeded vs. Seedless Citrus
| Fruit | Seed Presence |
|---|---|
| Lemons (typical) | Yes, usually have seeds |
| Limes (typical) | No, often seedless |
The reference also points out that while seeded lemons are the norm, seedless limes are the more common variant of limes.
In summary, if you're slicing a lemon, expect to encounter seeds. Conversely, if you're handling limes, it's more likely they will be seedless.
