Origin: in Homestead, Fla., by Subtropical Expt. Sta., Univ. of Florida. Introd. in 1965. Parentage unknown; seed received from Hawaii in 1935; selected in 1940. Tree: small to 20 feet high; easily trained; unpruned is rounded, open crown; wind resistant; exhibits both flowers and fruit throughout the year. Trees at Homestead have borne 100-300 lb of fruit annually; injured at 27 to 29°F. Fruit: 4-8 oz; 4-5 inches long, with four to six prominent longitudinal ribs; somewhat oval; skin bright golden-yellow, very waxy; flesh juicy, crisp, mildly subacid to sweet flavor, contains no fibers; high in carbohydrates and vitamins A and C; good for fruit and vegetable salads.
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