Among the colorful citrus family, mandarin oranges and tangerines have won people's love for their unique charm and taste. Although they are all citrus fruits, they show significant differences in variety, appearance, taste, fruit setting time and yield. These differences have made mandarin oranges and tangerines a favorite on the consumer table in the fruit market.
First, the difference between varieties and **.
Wo mandarin, as a hybrid citrus variety, is a perfect combination of "Temple" orange and "Dancy" red orange, which belongs to the late-maturing citrus. Its birth not only enriches the diversity of the citrus family, but also wins the favor of consumers with its excellent taste and nutritional value. And tangerine, as a native variety of the citrus genus, has a long history and rich strain varieties. It is widely distributed all over the world and is one of the indispensable fruits in people's daily life.
Second, the charm of appearance.
In terms of appearance, mandarin oranges and tangerines also show their own style. The fruit is medium-sized, flattened in shape, and has a smooth, orange or orange-red skin. This brilliant colour makes the mandarin stand stand particularly eye-catching. Whereas, the fruit of oranges is usually small, oblate or nearly spherical in shape, and the peel is pale yellow, vermilion, or dark red in color. Its colours are varied and layered, making tangerines more visually appealing.
3. The beauty of taste and nutrition.
When it comes to taste and nutrition, mandarin oranges and tangerines have their own merits. The flesh of the mandarin orange is delicate, juicy, and has a sweet taste that leaves an endless aftertaste. It is rich in nutrients such as vitamin C, dietary fiber, and minerals, and has a variety of effects such as antioxidant and immunity enhancement. The flesh of oranges, on the other hand, is relatively sour, refreshing in taste, and rich in vitamin C and other nutrients. This sweet and sour taste allows tangerines to quench their thirst while providing a variety of nutrients that the body needs.
Fourth, the difference between fruit hanging time and yield.
There was also a significant difference between mandarin orange and tangerine in terms of fruit setting time and yield. Mandarin oranges usually begin to bear fruit in October and last until June of the following year, and the fruiting period can last for several months. This enables the mandarin orange to maintain a long period of time in the market to meet the needs of consumers. At the same time, the output of mandarin orange is large, which can meet the large-scale market demand. Oranges, on the other hand, have a relatively short fruiting period, between October and December, and the yield is relatively small. This makes tangerines take on a seasonal character in the market and become a popular fruit for a specific season.
Fifth, the choice of suitable environment.
In addition to the above differences, mandarin oranges and tangerines also differ in terms of suitable growing environment. Mandarin orange has a wide range of adaptability and can grow well in different soil and climatic conditions. This allows mandarin oranges to be widely cultivated and promoted in a variety of geographical settings. Oranges, on the other hand, are more suitable for growing in warm and humid climates, which have certain requirements for soil and climatic conditions. As a result, oranges are grown in a relatively limited area, but they can still grow well in suitable areas.
In general, there are obvious differences between mandarin oranges and tangerines in terms of variety, appearance, taste, fruit-bearing time and yield. These differences make them unique in the fruit market, providing consumers with a variety of choices. In the future, with the continuous progress of agricultural science and technology and the continuous change of consumer demand, I believe that citrus fruits such as mandarin oranges and tangerines will continue to innovate and develop, bringing us more delicious and healthy enjoyment.