It is the earliest variety of orange oranges. Its fruits are smaller and oval shaped than Washington Navel. It reaches internal maturity before the color of the shell. It is a positive feature that it is very resistant too cold. Fruits are very smooth rounded and dark reddish color increases the attractiveness. It has an important place in early oranges with its color and earliness. It is suitable for storage and transportation, its fruits are big and of excellent quality. It is a kind of sweet, slightly sour flavored. It is the oldest orange-bellied variety known in the Mediterranean region. When the season goes well, the fruit can remain on the tree for a long time without losing its value.
