All About Tangerines

Lyzelle Castillo

One of the most common fresh fruits Saipan offers are tangerines. Many people in Saipan actually plant tangerines since they grow best in areas that don’t have harsh winters making Saipan the perfect place to plant them. Although tangerine trees take approximately two years to grow, their fresh and slightly sweet taste definitely makes them worth the wait. Furthermore, tangerines can be made into a variety of food items such as tangerine sorbets, tangerine smoothies, and tangerine marmalade. Lastly, did you know that even the tangerine peels have significant benefits? Tangerine peels are commonly used for relieving asthma, indigestion, and clogged arteries proving that tangerines are probably the most simple yet useful fruit.