Color | Orange |
Shape | Round |
Diameter | 2.5 to 3 inches (6.35 to 7.62 cm) |
Weight | 4 to 6 ounces (113 to 170 grams) |
Peel Thickness | 1/8 to 1/4 inch (3 to 6 mm) |
Pulp Color | Orange |
Seeds | Variable, depending on variety (seedless to numerous seeds) |
Juice Content | High, typically 50-60% of the fruit's weight |
Taste | Sweet to slightly tangy |
Aroma | Citrus, fresh, zesty |
Texture | Smooth and firm peel; juicy, fleshy pulp |
Varieties | Multiple, including Navel, Valencia, Blood Orange, and Cara Cara |
Nutritional Value | High in Vitamin C, fiber, and antioxidants |
Shelf Life | 1 to 2 weeks at room temperature; up to a month when refrigerated |