Variety traits

Clementine Maturity Period

Citrus clementina hort. ex Tanaka

For clementine, the maturity group is defined as the ripening period based on the calendar harvest time and the achievement of a sugar-to-acid balance.

In the reference 27 varieties crop Clementine, where this is mentioned in the description.

The clementine ripening period is determined based on the maturity index, which is the ratio of soluble solids content to titratable acidity. Additionally, visual changes in peel color and the weight-to-size ratio of the fruit are taken into account, although color is not always an accurate indicator of readiness.

Clementine cultivars are classified into early-maturing, ripening in September and October; mid-season, with a harvest period in November and December; and late-maturing cultivars, harvested from January to March. Distribution by ripening period allows for the formation of a supply chain and the planning of agrotechnical activities, taking into account the risks associated with climatic factors and the duration of fruit retention on the tree.

General information about the subject — on the page Maturity group.

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Varieties of Clementine mentioned in the description

Selection based on the description text, not on official evaluation: these data are absent from registers. For specific variety details, please refer to its profile.