Sunerine (Clementine Sunerine)

Sunerine is a mid-season Moroccan clementine variety appreciated for its excellent
sweetness, fine texture, and bright orange peel. Known for its balanced flavor and good
productivity, Sunerine offers a stable yield and uniform fruit size, making it suitable for both
domestic consumption and export. Its attractive appearance and easy peeling give it strong
commercial value.
Type and Characteristics :
• Scientific name: Citrus clementina Hort. ex Tanaka
• Fruit shape: Oblate, slightly flattened
• Size : Medium
• Peel color: Deep, bright orange; smooth and easy to peel
• Flesh: Juicy, sweet, fine-textured
• Seeds: Seedless when isolated from cross-pollination
• Brix level: Moderate to high (11–13°)
• Harvest period: November- December (mid-season clementine)
• Use: Fresh consumption, retail markets, export
Region of Cultivation :
• Berkane -Oriental region
• Gharb (Kenitra, Sidi Slimane)
• Souss-Massa (Agadir, Taroudant)
• Haouz (Marrakech region)
Soil Requirements :
• Grows best in deep, fertile sandy-loam soils
• Avoids saline, compacted, or poorly drained soils
• Optimal pH : 6.0 – 7.5
Climate and Growing Conditions :
• Climate: Mediterranean and semi-arid
• Temperature: Optimal 16–28°C; moderate cold sensitivity
• Rainfall: 400–700 mm/year with irrigation
• Sunlight: High sunlight improves color and sweetness
Sunerine is a mid-season Moroccan clementine known for its sweet flavor, smooth bright peel,
and good productivity. Well adapted to regions like Berkane, Gharb, Souss-Massa, and Haouz, it
offers consistent commercial quality, easy peeling, and strong consumer appeal in both local
and export markets.