Pear (pyrus communis) CAPUL PISCULUI VERDE

Pear (Pyrus communis) 'Capul Piscului Verde'

Old Romanian variety with green skin and extreme storage life.

'Capul Piscului Verde' (translated as "Green Capul Piscului") is a rare autochthonous Romanian variety from the Argeș region. It is considered a local clone of the historical Belgian variety 'Josephine de Malines'. It is unique because its fruits are green at harvest and can be stored until June of the following year. It stands out for high resistance and excellent taste after storage.

Main advantages of the variety:

• Extremely long storage life (until June).
• Very high resistance to diseases (suitable for organic farming).
• Large fruits (160 – 250 g).
• Excellent sweet and aromatic taste after storage.
• Proven variety, adapted to local conditions.

Origin and Registration

• Country of origin: Romania (Argeș region)
• History: Very old variety (approx. 100 years).
• Origin: Probably a local clone of the 'Josephine de Malines' variety.
• Meaning of name: "Green" (referring to skin color).

Variety Characteristics

Tree

• Vigor: Strong.

Fruit

• Size and Weight: Medium to large, 160 – 250 g.
• Skin: Green at harvest. After 2-3 months of storage, it changes to green-yellow.
• Flesh: Firm at harvest.
• Taste: Very sweet, juicy, and aromatic after storage.
• Usage: Universal. Excellent for fresh consumption (after storage), processing, poaching in wine, and baking (delicacy).

Resistance and Requirements

• Resistance: The variety has very high resistance to diseases and pests. It requires only minimal chemical protection.

Harvest and Storage

• Storage: Exceptional. Lasts in normal cellar conditions until June.