A new and distinct seedless mandarin named `Late Seedless Mandarin` is
characterized by late fruit production in April through to May in the
citrus areas of Sicily, Italy and Riverside, Calif. The tree has high
yields and bears from year three onwards. It is further characterized by
being a triploid and genetically seedless. The seedless fruit is well
sized, has a typical mandarin shape (round, flattened) and has acceptable
rind thickness with a smooth texture. The fruit has good acid/sugar
ratios, has acceptable shipping characteristics, internal and external
color is excellent at harvest, and eating quality is excellent. The fruit
has an average juice content of about 45% to 60% at harvest.