Zhangjiajie Ponkan Oranges

Zhangjiajie Ponkan Oranges

Zhangjiajie Ponkan oranges are a geographical indication certification trademark.

　　Zhangjiajie Ponkan oranges are flat and round in shape, weighing 150–160 grams per fruit. The peel is bright orange-red, thin, and glossy, with soluble solids content of 12%–13%. The flesh is crisp, juicy, sweet, tender, and easy to separate—offering a refreshing taste rich in vitamin C, with a unique flavor and excellent storage and transport durability. In November 2007, it was awarded a registered geographical indication certification trademark.

　　Zhangjiajie Ponkan oranges are a geographical indication certification trademark. The production area spans longitude 109°40′–111°20′ and latitude 28°52′–29°48′. The administrative regions include 23 towns and 268 villages in Yongding District; 3 towns and 9 villages in Wulingyuan District; 8 major producing towns and 43 villages in Cili County; and 17 towns and 106 villages in Sangzhi County.

　　Zhangjiajie City is located in the Wuling Mountain area and is an internationally and domestically renowned tourist destination. It enjoys superior natural conditions, yielding high-quality fruits—especially Ponkan oranges, which are known for their well-shaped fruits, fine oil glands, attractive bright orange-red skin, tender flesh, sweet and tangy taste, rich flavor, and tender texture that is easy to separate. With these premium quality traits, it has been registered as a national geographical trademark under registration No. 5488500. Zhangjiajie’s Ponkan oranges have had a bountiful harvest and are available at favorable prices. Merchants are welcome to come and purchase. The government promises all buyers a positive and well-regulated market trading environment.

　　Production Area

　　　Longitude 109°40′–111°20′, latitude 28°52′–29°48′. The administrative regions include 23 towns and 268 villages in Yongding District; 3 towns and 9 villages in Wulingyuan District; 8 major producing towns and 43 villages in Cili County; and 17 towns and 106 villages in Sangzhi County.