Orange Clementine

Clementines are small to medium fruits, averaging 5 to 10 centimeters in diameter, and vary in shape from round, sometimes slightly flattened, to oblate. The skin is thin, bright orange to orange-red, and semi-smooth, ranging from glossy, leathery, to faintly textured due to prominent oil glands. The skin is also easily peeled from the flesh, emitting an aromatic and bright, floral scent when torn, revealing a thin layer of white pith. The pith does not cling to the flesh, and the orange flesh is divided into 7 to 14 segments by thin membranes. The flesh is semi-aqueous, tender, and soft, either being found seedless or containing a few cream-colored seeds. Clementines have balanced sugar and acidity levels, creating a noticeably sweet, subtly tangy flavor with fruity and floral nuances.