Tangerine is a type of citrus fruit that belongs to the Rutaceae family. It is also known as mandarin orange, and it is smaller than an orange but larger than an orange segment. The tangerine has a bright orange or red skin with juicy flesh inside that is divided into segments by thin membranes. Tangerines are grown in many parts of the world including China, Spain, and the United States. They have a sweet and tangy flavor and are often eaten as a snack or used to make desserts such as tarts and sorbets.