description Okitsu Satsuma Overview
Okitsu is a cultivar of the satsuma mandarin developed in Japan and named after the Okitsu research station where it was bred. It is classified as an early-season citrus, ripening before most other commercial satsuma varieties such as Miyagawa. The fruit produces a smooth, thin rind and segments with few or no seeds when grown under appropriate pollination conditions. Okitsu satsumas are grown commercially in Japan, Spain, and other citrus-producing regions with suitable climates.
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What is an Okitsu satsuma?
The Okitsu satsuma is an early-season cultivar of the Japanese mandarin, bred at the Okitsu research station in Japan. It was developed specifically to ripen earlier than most other commercial satsuma varieties.
When is the Okitsu satsuma ready to harvest?
The Okitsu is classified as an early-season citrus, typically ripening ahead of major commercial varieties like the Miyagawa satsuma. It is often ready for harvest in the early autumn months.
What does an Okitsu satsuma look like?
The Okitsu satsuma produces a visually appealing fruit with a smooth, thin rind that turns a bright orange when fully ripe. The skin is quite loose, making it one of the easiest citrus fruits to peel.
How does the Okitsu satsuma taste?
The fruit is known for its mild, sweet flavor and low acidity, with a tender, juicy flesh that melts in the mouth. Because it ripens so early, its flavor is generally lighter and less intense than late-season winter citrus.
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