Purple-black Bayberries

Purple-black Bayberries

　　The Da Xiang Shan brand purple-black bayberries are a local specialty variety of Xiangshan County, named for their deep purple-black color when ripe. This variety features large fruits, with an average weight of 18.5 grams per fruit and a maximum weight exceeding 30 grams. The fruit skin is dark purple-black, the flesh is thick, and the juice is abundant, offering a well-balanced sweet and sour taste with a rich flavor. The soluble solids content is above 11.5%, reaching up to 14.6%, the edible rate is 94.2%, and the juice extraction rate is 83.4%. The pits are slightly larger, relatively adherent, and the texture is firm, making them suitable for storage. The ripening period is in mid to late June, and Xiangshan County is gradually promoting their cultivation.