Origin | Japan, old variety, P. pyrifolia, Wasesankichi. |
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Tree | Vigorous, very productive, susceptible to fire blight. Roundish leaf with attenuate tip, medium serrations. |
Chilling requirement | Medium. |
Blossom and pollination | Mid-late. Chojuro, Nijisseiki, Hosui, partly self-fertile. |
Fruit shape | Very large, turbinate or globular, calyx may be persistent. |
Skin and flesh | Russeted, dull greenish brown to tan brown. Moderate quality, medium high sugar, high acid, firm, sweet. |
Harvest | Very late, 195-210 days after full bloom |
Storage | Good, 6-7 months. |
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This information forms part of Agfact H4.1.14 Nashi asian pear varieties.