Medjool  Comes from Majul and means "unknown" perhaps referring to its origin.  This variety is the principal export variety of Morocco.  There is acreage of this variety in California.  The Madjool is a large fruit, about 2 inches long by 1 1/4 inches in diameter.  The surface is wrinkled and of bright bay to reddish brown in color.  The skin is thin and tender, the flesh is firm, meaty and nearly 3/8 inch thick. brownish amber, translucent, with practically no fiber around the seed.  The flavor is rich with characteristic taste for the variety.  This variety has been known commercially since the 17th century