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Yuhuan Wendan is a high-quality pomelo fruit produced in Yuhuan, Zhejiang.

Agriculture Encyclopedia By Emily Carter 0 views
2019-07-12 Source:Nongxun.net Author: Nongxun

Yuhuan Wendan is a famous pomelo fruit produced in Yuhuan City, Zhejiang Province. It belongs to the Rutaceae family, Citrus genus, and is in the same category as the common pomelo. It is one of the most representative local famous fruits and is also a protected geographical indication agricultural product of famous and excellent quality. The fruit is mostly tall-oblate or pear-shaped, with a neat and plump appearance. The peel color changes from green to yellow, and when ripe it is yellow or orange-yellow.

In terms of quality, Yuhuan Wendan is known for its relatively thin peel and crisp, tender pulp. The segments are uniform in size, full of juice, and melt in the mouth well, with a moderate sweet-sour ratio and a faint fresh fragrance, giving it a high reputation among pomelos. The fruit generally ripens in autumn, and after harvest it is often left for a few days before eating, when the flavor tends to become more mellow.

The producing area, Yuhuan, is located along the southeast coast, with a mild and humid climate and abundant sunlight. The soil conditions of the island hills and coastal plains provide a good foundation for the growth of Wendan. The local cultivation history is long, and through long-term selection and accumulation, relatively mature cultivation experience has been formed. Fruit growers pay attention to water and fertilizer management and fruit thinning regulation to ensure stable fruit quality.

When selecting, those with a neat fruit shape, fine skin, and a heavy feel are best, as such fruits usually have more moisture. Besides being eaten fresh, the peel can also be processed and utilized, for example to make preserved fruit or extract aromatic components, giving it certain comprehensive utilization value. The fruit is relatively storage-resistant and can be kept for a long time in a cool, ventilated place, making it one of the fruits commonly kept on hand in autumn and winter.

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