Washington, Aug 7 - Researchers have developed a new seedless citrus fruit named DaisySL which is finely textured and juicy, with a rich, sweet and distinctive flavour when mature.

'We are extremely enthusiastic about this fruit which distinguishes itself by being very low-seeded and moderately easy to peel,' said Mikeal Roose, professor of genetics at the University of California-Riverside (UC-R).

He developed DaisySL along with staff scientist Timothy Williams. Early January to early February is the best time to pick this fruit from the tree.

Williams noted that DaisySL had the characteristics they were looking for in a new variety: beautiful appearance, exceptional flavour and hardly any seeds.