Gusocora Valencia

Gusocora is a mid-season Valencia-type seedless orange. It has medium to large size fruit with a round to oval shape. The peel is slightly pebbled and of medium thickness, and achieves a deep orange colouration when mature. Peeling the fruit is similar to other Valencia-types, i.e. fairly tough, but easy if scored with a knife. The eating quality of Gusocora is very good with high levels of sweetness, a distinct ‘Valencia’ flavour, and excellent juice content. The segments can be a little ‘raggy’ on chewing, but this does not detract from the experience.

Growers are attracted to Gusocora due to its productivity, high internal quality, good fruit set in warmer areas, and capacity for hanging on the tree when mature, thus extending the harvest.

Good Fruit Guide Rating: ****

Gusocora Valencia is a very tasty and juicy orange for the late season.

Sweet, juicy, firm.

Names: Gusocora; G5 Gusocora; Gusocora Valencia; PBR No. ZA 20083874

Origin: Gusocora is a natural mutation of an old clone Valencia Late, discovered on the property of Mr. Van Veijeren in Malelane, South Africa.  The variety is protected by the Plant Breeders’ Right which prohibits illegal propagation (PBR No. ZA 20083874). The first significant sales of Gusocora in UK were in 2021.

Grown in: South Africa, Australia

Harvest & Availability: Gusocora reaches maturity slightly before Delta Seedless. Availability of Gusocora in UK is generally as follows:

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• October:                   South Africa
• November:              South Africa
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Websites:

Gusocora – Citrogold