The original tree grew from a seed planted in North Miami, Florida in 1935.

[2] Despite possessing outstanding color and good production characteristics, Sensation had a drawback due to problems with uneven ripening.

The fruit is of oval shape and typically weighs less than a pound.

The distinctive feature is the color of the skin, which is a dark plum red.

It ripens late-July to September in Florida, making it a late-season cultivar.