Pyrus communis
Pyrus communis
Pyrus communis, commonly known as the European pear or common pear, is a species of pear native to central and eastern Europe and southwest Asia.
Pronunciation
Pyrus communis is pronounced as "Pie-rus com-mun-is".
Etymology
The term "Pyrus" is derived from the Latin word "pyrus", which means "pear tree". The term "communis" is derived from the Latin word "communis", which means "common".
Description
Pyrus communis is a deciduous tree that grows up to 20 m (66 ft) high and 10 m (33 ft) wide. The leaves are alternately arranged, simple, 2–12 cm long, glossy green on top, slightly lighter beneath. The white to pinkish flowers are produced in early spring before the leaves. The fruit is a pome, several centimeters long, with a green or brown skin, often russeted.
Cultivation
Pyrus communis is widely cultivated for its fruit, which is harvested in late summer and autumn. The tree is propagated by grafting a selected variety onto a rootstock, which may be of a Pyrus species or of a related genus.
Related Terms
- Pome: A type of fruit produced by flowering plants.
- Deciduous: A term used to describe trees or shrubs that shed their leaves annually.
- Grafting: A horticultural technique whereby tissues of plants are joined so as to continue their growth together.
See Also
- Pyrus pyrifolia: Also known as Asian pear.
- Pyrus ussuriensis: Also known as the Harbin pear or Ussurian pear.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Pyrus communis
- Wikipedia's article - Pyrus communis
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