Abu Ma’an

Abu Ma’an is a distinguished Emirati date variety that is widely cultivated. It combines large fruit size with excellent taste and is well suited to the climate conditions of the United Arab Emirates.

Country of Origin:
United Arab Emirates

Areas of Cultivation:
It is grown across various emirates of the country, especially in Abu Dhabi, Al Ain, and the Western Region. It is considered one of the important commercial varieties.

General Description of the Fruit:

• The fruit is oval and slightly elongated with a large and distinct calyx.

• At the khalal stage, the fruit is yellow. During the bisr stage, it turns golden yellow, and at full maturity (tamr stage), it becomes dark golden.

• The seed is short, brown in color, and has a deep groove.

Fruit Size:
Medium to large.

Ripening Time:
It ripens in mid-season and is regarded as a distinguished variety recommended for cultivation across the UAE due to its excellent adaptation to local climatic conditions.