Pear (pyrus communis) PARA DE RUSIA

Pear (Pyrus communis) 'Para de Rusia'

Old variety with very large and tasty fruits.

'Para de Rusia' (translated as "Russian Pear") is an old variety, probably naturalized in Romania, of unknown origin. It is sought after for its very large fruits and excellent taste. It is a variety with buttery flesh, ideal for direct consumption shortly after harvest.

Main advantages of the variety:

• Very large fruits.
• Excellent taste and melting (buttery) flesh.
• Juicy consistency.
• Medium tree vigor.
• Suitable as dessert fruit.

Origin and Registration

• Country of origin: Romania (probably an old introduction).
• Meaning of name: "Russian Pear"
• History: Old variety.

Variety Characteristics

Tree

• Vigor: Medium strong.

Fruit

• Size: Very large.
• Shape: Round flattened, slightly elongated.
• Flesh: White, medium firm, juicy, melting (buttery).
• Taste: Very good.
• Usage: Primarily for fresh consumption.

Cultivation Recommendations

• Pollination: Self-sterile. Suitable pollinators: 'Napoca', 'Williams', 'Cure', 'Clapp's Favorite'.

Harvest and Storage

• Storage: Short, approximately 3 weeks after harvest.