Mandarin Knyaz Vladimir

The 'Prince Vladimir' mandarin variety is the result of long-term breeding work by the Subtropical Scientific Center of the RAS, based on a hybrid of C. unshiu 'Kowano-Wase'. The trees are of medium height with dense and compact crowns; they grow at a medium speed. Branches are straight, bark is rough and brown, and shoots are round and light green. Leaves are large, oval, glossy, and slightly corrugated, which ensures good photosynthetic activity even in a subtropical climate.

Fruits of this variety are characterized by uniform shape, a weight of about 86 grams, and bright orange peel of medium thickness (3–4 mm). The peel separates easily, while the pulp is tender, juicy, and seedless. Inside, it contains 7.9% sugar and 0.9% acids, which gives the fruit a sweet-and-sour taste with a moderate aroma. Vitamin C content reaches 32.7 mg per 100 g, and the ratio of pulp to peel is approximately 73:27.

Key advantages of the variety include an early ripening period (September–October), high yield, and resistance to pests and diseases. Due to these characteristics, 'Prince Vladimir' is valuable for both commercial cultivation and as breeding material for early maturity and fruit quality. The variety grows successfully without shelter on warm micro-plot areas, making it an attractive choice for gardeners wishing to obtain quality mandarins in a subtropical climate.