
Fig Tree Varieties at Menarat Al Haouz: A Treasure of Flavors and Quality.
General Information
Origin: a unifère variety of Spanish origin.
Size: 30 grams.
Maturity Time: early August.
Yield: high.
Tree
Form: Semi-erect.
Vigor: Medium.
Harvest: Unifère, starting from mid-August.
Blooming Period: Late.
Pollination: Self-fertile.
Sensitivity
This variety is resistant to diseases.
Fruit
This fruit has an ovoid shape with a green skin. Weighing about 30 g, it contains an average amount of seeds. Its taste is excellent, and it is distinguished by its disease resistance. Moreover, it offers good drying properties.
General Information
Origin: primarily cultivated in the Aegean region of Turkey.
Type: Unifère.
Maturity Time: mid-August.
Tree
The Sarilop fig tree variety (Ficus carica “Sarilop”) depends on the presence of a caprifig for pollination. The caprifig, a male plant that produces flowers without edible fruits, plays a crucial role in the pollination process of female fig trees such as Sarilop. Therefore, the proximity of a caprifig is imperative to ensure optimal fruiting of the Sarilop fig tree.
Sensitivity
The Sarilop fig tree thrives in a Mediterranean climate, showing frost resistance up to zone 7. However, it is sensitive to significant frosts, requiring sunny and wind-sheltered planting to mitigate frost risks. Regarding drought, although Sarilop can tolerate arid conditions, it benefits from adequate watering, especially during growth and fruiting periods, ensuring its health and productivity.
Fruit
This fruit variety, with its spherical shape, greenish-yellow epidermis, and a weight of about 35 g, is distinguished by a high density of seeds. In addition to its visual and taste qualities, it also has excellent drying properties.
General Information
Origin: Morocco.
Spread: Taounat area.
Type: Unifère.
Maturity Time: mid-August.
Tree
The Nabout fig tree has an erect form, moderate vigor, and produces a unifère harvest around mid-August.
Sensitivity
Fruit
This fruit is distinguished by its ovoid shape and green-colored epidermis. With an average weight of 54 grams, it has a drying capability considered to be good.
General Information
Origin: Morocco.
Spread: Taounat area.
Type: Unifère.
Maturity Time: mid-August.
Tree
The ‘Chetoui‘ variety is characterized by a semi-erect form, giving a unique structure to its appearance. With notable vigor, this variety shows robust growth. As for the harvest, it occurs late, in the month of September.
Sensitivity
Fruit
This fruit has an ovoid shape and features an epidermis that is both green and purple. With an average weight of 27 grams, it has a drying capability considered to be low.
General Information
Origin: Morocco.
Spread: Taounat area.
Type: Unifère.
Maturity Time: mid-August.
Tree
With a semi-erect form and high vigor, this tree provides an early harvest starting from August, thus marking the beginning of its fruiting period.
Sensitivity
Fruit
This fruit has a flattened shape and flesh of a pale green hue. With an average weight of 42 grams and a seed quantity considered average, it is distinguished by a drying capability deemed perfect.
General Information
Origin: An ancient province of Asia Minor called Caria.
Scientific Name: Ficus carica Kadota.
Size: Medium to large, weighing about 60 to 90 grams at maturity.
Maturity Period: July-September (first harvest), October (second harvest).
Yield: Good, with two harvests per year.
Tree
Form: Spreading.
Sensitivity
Relatively low sensitivity to diseases and pests.
Minimally sensitive to harmful insects and diseases.
Fruit
Color: Yellow.
Size: About 10 cm long.
Color at Maturity: Dark green, purple, or dark brown.
Taste Quality: Very good, with sweet and juicy flesh.
Maturity Time: September.
Use: Kadota figs can be eaten fresh or dried.