Tangelo Sampson

Tangelos are a specific group of cultivars that have commercial importance, especially in the Americas. Many of them are the result of controlled crosses between mandarins and grapefruits, carried out in the U.S. between the late 19th century and early 20th century. The Sampson tangelo is the result of a cross between a Dancy mandarin and a grapefruit, made in 1897 in Florida. The variety was selected in 1904 but did not achieve commercial significance.

Vigorous, leafy tree with an open habit. Characteristic leaves, with a concave blade. Medium-sized fruit, globose or slightly ovoid. It may have a faint basal neck. Smooth, fine, and glossy bark, mottled with essential oil glands. At maturity, it reaches an orange-yellow color. Juicy orange pulp with a flavor reminiscent of both parent species and well-balanced. It has some seeds.

Excellent for fresh consumption and for making juices.