Meet the varieties of Mandarin There are several varieties of mandarin citrus fruit. Clementine - a group name embracing many varieties. May have originated in North Africa in late 19th century. Medium sized fruit with smooth, deep orange to red-orange rind. Peels easily and the flavor is mild to rich depending on ripeness and variety.
Algerian variety is most common in California.
Dancy - an old Florida variety, originating from a seedling planted in 1867. Rind is dark orange-red, smooth and peels easily. Has a spicy, rich flavor. Our Tangerine Marmalade is made from our own Dancy tangerines. Encore - developed in Riverside in 1965.