Description:
The Maltese half blood orange, which is the variety mostassociated, is only produced and exported in Tunisia.The Maltese halfblood orange,which is the variety mostassociated with that Tunisiais the only producer and exporter.
Known as "Queenof Oranges." It isconsidered by connoisseurs as thebest sweet orange in theworld.
This variety, whichexpresses its full potentialas fully grown on thesoil of the peninsula of Cap Bon.This is an old varietyof unknown origin, which belongs to thesame group as the blood orangesthat include dogwoodMoscati, famous,Italy.
Its medium size andslightly oval shape, itsbark is easily removed,the flesh tender and juicy, verypleasant flavor,sweetness balanced by goodacidity make it a uniqueorange deserves its worldwidereputation .
Description:
On the tree, the Malteseis a mature orangecolor from red bloodon one side for fruitsexposed to moresun. The skin is smoothat least lacking in firmnessat maturity.
The fruit is usually ovalbut sometimes round orflattened his weight from100 grams to 180grams.
The pulp is very juicy, veryfragrant and slightly acidic.The red pigment isdistributed inside the fruit afternetting more or lessabundant depending on growingconditions.
