Citrus Sinensis – Orange
This is a small, slightly thorny evergreen tree with a round treetop. Leaves measure from 7-10 cm, are very elliptic in shape, with a slightly wider petiole, a narrower capsule and of a yellow-orangish colour, all aspects which set it apart from the Citrus aurantium. Also, the point at which the leaves are joined to the fruit is a lot longer and does not have the typical heart-shape that the Citrus aurantium has, and the fruit in itself can be sour or sweet, but not bitter.
Varieties: Valencia Mid Night is available with fruit from March to June, the Lane late is available, with fruit, from January to April, and from March to April with blossom.