China origin. Widely distributed. Other names: Kwai mi (misidentified), Da zao, Qiu zao, Wu yue li (China), Mauritius (S. Africa), Charley Tong, Wailua (Hawaii), Hong huey and Maw Mong (Thailand). Different forms and variants are present. Season: early to mid-June (Northern Hemisphere). Origin: Tree: very vigorous with open crown, crotch angle very narrow weak. High yield and relatively consistent. Fruit: elongated oval or elliptical, 19-27 g; skin, thin; bright but turns dull-red when fully mature; sharp-pointed protuberance, suture not obvious. Flesh: milky white, rather coarse and chewy; sweet acidic flavor, moderately juicy; edible portion 65% to 75%; 15.3% to 18% soluble solids; vitamin C 11.7-41.8 mg/100 ml juice; acid 0.27%. Most seeds are large.
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