Category: Fruits

Sweet and juicy thanks to the winter sun. Given enough water they’ll tolerate hot conditions, though the fruits may be sunburned. They don’t like frost, and prefer protection from strong winds. Like other citrus, orange trees grow best in deep, well-drained soil, in plenty of sun (6 hours). Why are my oranges not juicy? Over-ripened […]

Oranges originated in Asia in what is now called southeast China. Cultivated for at least 7,000 years in India and in China since 2,500 BCE and documented in China since 340 BCE, sweet orange (Citrus x sinensis) is a hybrid between pomelo (Citrus maxima) and mandarin (Citrus reticulata). Are oranges native to China? The orange […]

That’s because the Chinese word for mandarin—kam—sounds similar to the word for “gold.” So, having mandarin oranges around the home at New Year is said to bring riches into your life. What type of orange is used in Chinese New Year? Mandarin orangesExchanging Mandarin oranges is a must during Chinese New Year. Originating from Southern […]

Naranja vs. Portuguese sailors eventually brought these sweet delicacies to Portugal and Spain, where they were called China Oranges (naranjas de la China) to distinguish them from the more tart oranges they were accustomed to. In fact, the word naranja comes from the sanskrit word for orange, naranga. Why do they call oranges China? They […]

blood orange. A blood orange is a citrus fruit that looks similar to an orange from the outside but has deep red colored fruit and juice. The red color is the result of anthocyanin, which develops when these citrus fruits ripen during warm days tempered with cooler nights. What fruit looks like an orange but […]

There are many orange producing regions in China, including Jiangxi, Sichuan, Chongqing, Hunan, Hubei, Guangxi, Hainan and Yunnan provinces. In these areas, several types of sweet oranges are grown, not just the navel orange. Are oranges popular in China? Fruit is almost always a good Chinese New Year’s gift. Oranges and tangerines are a traditional […]

Hamlin orange tree is one of our most cold-hardy sweet oranges. Grown since 1885 this early-ripening, is great for marginal citrus growing regions. The fruit is thin skinned, has a few seeds and a delicious tangy sweet flavor. Excellent juiced or for fresh eating. Fruit ripens October to January. What is a Hamlin juice orange? […]

How to Store Canned Mandarins. Open canned mandarins should be put in the refrigerator, where they can be stored for up to seven days. Store sealed canned mandarins in a cupboard for up to one year. Is it OK to eat expired canned mandarin oranges? Properly stored, an unopened can of mandarin oranges will generally […]

Canning methods have improved to preserve nutrients, and manufacturers often fortify canned fruits with vitamin C. At about 50 grams per cup, canned mandarin oranges in light syrup have only slightly less vitamin C than fresh oranges. In general, canned oranges are typically higher in sugar and calories. Are canned mandarin oranges nutritious? Good Source […]

Canning. Canned mandarin segments are peeled to remove the white pith prior to canning; otherwise, they turn bitter. Segments are peeled using a chemical process. First, the segments are scalded in hot water to loosen the skin; then they are bathed in a lye solution, which digests the albedo and membranes. How are mandarin oranges […]

The white dots found on the oranges are because the oranges were subjected to freezing conditions at one point. They could have been shipped/stored next to something frozen. The dots are from the crystalization of the cells in the membrane of the oranges. What is the white stuff on my mandarin oranges? The sugar contents […]

Mandarin Oranges Oranges are actually hybrids of mandarins and pomelos (which are similar to grapefruit, but less bitter). Mandarins are small and sweet with easy-to-peel skin, making them popular salad toppers and snacks. What is hybrid orange? The orange is a hybrid between pomelo (Citrus maxima) and mandarin (Citrus reticulata). The chloroplast genome, and therefore […]

Beginning on April 15, the ruling authorized the importation of five types of commercially produced fresh citrus fruit from China into the Continental U.S.U.S.The United States of America (U.S.A. or USA), commonly known as the United States (U.S. or US) or America, is a transcontinental country primarily located in North America. It consists of 50 […]

The answer: A clementine is a type of mandarin orange, which are classified as a family of small-sized, easy to peel, segmented citrus with a tendency towards lower acid content. Clementines are the most popular of the mandarin varieties, being adorably small, seedless, sweet, and easy to peel. What are really small oranges called? Mandarin. […]

It has a bright red orange color when it is fully mature. The skin is thin, making it a quick snack. Although it comes from a tangerine mix, they come in large sizes; usually between 3 and 3 ½ inches in diameter. You can also find between 0 and 12 seeds – 10 on average […]

Oranges are known as ‘chinas‘ in the Dominican Republic because they come from China. What are oranges called in Puerto Rico? In Puerto Rico and also in the Dominican Republic china is the sweet orange while everywhere else it is naranja. What do the Chinese call oranges? The mandarin orange (Citrus reticulata), also known as […]

Seville oranges are small to medium in size, averaging 7-8 centimeters in diameter, and are round to oblate in shape. The thick, yellow-orange rind is rough with a dimpled texture, exhibiting some prominent knobs and bumps. What is the difference between Seville oranges and regular oranges? Bitter oranges, also known as Seville Oranges, marmalade, or […]

Pomelo Family: Rutaceae Genus: Citrus Species: C. maxima Binomial name What fruit looks like a giant orange? What Is a Pomelo? A pomelo (Citrus grandis) is a citrus fruit that is closely related to a grapefruit. Pomelos are famous for their size (up to a foot in diameter), much of which is due to their […]

Orange symbolizes national unity, and the Dutch signify national pride by wearing orange. Why do Dutch people like orange so much? So, this love of orange is clearly not a small one, and it comes back to the same reason the Dutch wear the hue on King’s Day. Where orange originally symbolised the Dutch Royal […]

8) Bergamot Originating in Italy it’s believed to be a cross between a lime and a sour orange. The flesh is suited to jams and marmalades while the rind lends itself well to pastries. What is an orange lime called? rangpur limeRangpur, Citrus × limonia or Citrus reticulata × medica, sometimes called the rangpur lime, […]