Pyrus Pyrifolia
Plant Details
General Information
Scientific name:
Pyrus Pyrifolia
Also known as:
Chinese pear , Sand pear
Images:
Google Images
Plant Properties
Layer:
Fruit tree
Format:
-
Height:
10.00 m
Width:
6.00 m
Growth Rate:
Moderate
Leaf:
Deciduous
Growth conditions
USDA Hardiness:
5-9
Soil Moisture:
Moist
Moist
Soil:
Sand (light) Loam (medium) Clay (heavy)
Sand (light) Loam (medium) Clay (heavy)
pH:
Acid Neutral Basic
Acid Neutral Basic
Light:
Half shade, Sun
Half shade, Sun
Usage properties
Edible part:
Fruit
Fruit
Edibility:
Medicinal:
Features:
None
None
Description
Fruit - can be consumed raw or cooked. It has a firm and grainy texture. When fully ripe, they are crunchy and juicy in texture. They can be eaten fresh or used in fruit salads, pies, and pastries. The fruits grow up to 3 cm long, according to another report, up to 5 cm. Wild trees in the Himalayas produce an average of 83 kg per year, but some specimens can yield up to 200 kg. The fruits contain approximately 4.9% sugar, 3.2% protein, and 0.9% pectin.
Harvest Data
Start Harvest:
15/08
End of Harvest:
15/10
Crown Data
Crown Type:
Breed piramidaal
Crown Density:
Dichte kroon
Guilds
Guild Information
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Guild Details
| Guild | Description |
|---|---|
|
Crataegus monogyna Hawthorn, Oneseed hawthorn |
Attracts pollinators and provides habitat for beneficial insects. |
|
Arbutus unedoxaera Strawberry Tree |
Complementary foliage and root structures improve soil health and nutrient availability. |
|
Hovenia dulcis Japanese Raisin Tree |
Provides shade and helps to attract beneficial insects that can aid in pollination. |
|
Pyrus communis Pear |
Similar species enhance cross-pollination, leading to better fruit set and quality. |
|
Cydonia oblonga Quince |
Supports soil moisture retention and can deter pests with its aromatic foliage. |
|
Diospyros lotus Date Plum |
Can provide edible fruits and attracts various pollinators to the area. |
|
Mespilus germanica Medlar |
Adds diversity to the planting, improving resilience against pests and diseases. |
|
Halesia carolina Silver-bell tree |
Helps in nitrogen fixation and provides shade, which helps in conserving moisture. |
|
Prunus persica Peach |
Enhances cross-pollination and improves fruit quality in both species. |
|
Ribes rubrum Redcurrant, Whitecurrant |
Companion planting can enhance pest resistance in both species. |