Huate Kiwi (华特猕猴桃)

Also known as “White Hair Kiwi” or “Maohua Kiwi,” is distinguished for its exceptionally high vitamin C content, four times that of standard kiwi varieties, making it a powerhouse of nutrition.

Key Features:

• Appearance:
  • Covered in dense white fuzz, giving it its unique name.
  • Shape: Long and slender cylindrical fruit.
  • Flower: Unlike other kiwi varieties, Huate Kiwi’s buds and flowers are covered in white fuzz, and its flowers are multicolored, adding to its visual appeal.
• Fruit Characteristics:
  • Skin: Thin and densely covered with gray-white fuzz, extremely easy to peel.
  • Flesh: Deep green, with a sweet and mildly tart flavor.
  • Weight: Average fruit weighs 88g; the largest can reach 130g.
  • Soluble solids: 14.7%.
  • Acidity: 1.41%.
• Growth and Yield:
  • Strong fruiting ability: Minimal flower drop and no fruit drop.
  • Both old branches and vigorous shoots can bear fruit.

Storage and Maturity:

• Ripening Period: September.
• Post-Harvest:
  • Can be consumed directly without further ripening if left on the tree.
  • Storage:
    • Room temperature: Retains quality for up to 1 month.
    • Refrigeration: Can be stored for over 3 months.

Huate Kiwi combines its unique appearance, nutritional superiority, and exceptional fruiting capabilities, making it a standout variety for both growers and consumers.