Washington Navel

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Description

Mutation found in Bahia (Brazil) around the year 1800. The tree is vigorous, round in form and with a large base. Its leaves are dark with thorns in the more vigorous branches.

The flowers lack pollen and the fruit is very large, spherical or somewhat oval in form and orange in colour. A navel is visible on the outside. and does not have seeds.

This variety is normally harvested after Navelina and Newhall, during a relatively long period running from December to May, according to region. It is one of the most heavily cultivated varieties in Spain and around the world due to its high quality for fresh consumption.

Type
Navel
Weight (g)
210 - 240
Diameter (mm)
75 - 80
Shape
Round
Diameter/height
1.04
Bark (mm)
3,5 – 4,5
Color
Orange
Color index
13
Juice %
50 - 55
Seeds
No
Fruition
High
Harvesting
1 december - 28 february

Agronomic remarks

Treatment is required to prevent fruit-drop if harvest is planned for late February.

Ripening chart

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