Jingzhou Blood Orange

Jingzhou Blood Orange

　　Commonly known as "Blood Honey Orange." A rare, late-maturing local variety. Primarily produced in Jing County, it gets its name from its orange-red color and large purple-red blood-like spots. The county has over 300 acres under cultivation, with an annual yield of 20,000 to 25,000 kilograms. This variety of orange boasts wide adaptability, strong productivity, early fruiting, and excellent quality. The fruits come in three shapes: long oval, round, and flat round. The average single fruit weighs over 150 grams, with the largest reaching up to 400 grams. The fruit is a striking orange-red and highly attractive. The flesh is deep purplish-red, tender, juicy, and has a soluble solids content of 11–14%. It offers a rich flavor, well-balanced sweetness and acidity, and a pleasant aroma. In terms of both shape and fruit quality, it surpasses imported varieties such as Maltaise and Ruby Red Blood Oranges. It is an excellent fresh-eating orange, popular both domestically and internationally.