HORTICULTURE

HORTICULTURE SCIENCE

FRUIT SCIENCE

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What is the scientific name of a pear?
A
Papyrus
B
Papaya
C
Pyrus domestico
D
Pyrus
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The pear (Pyrus communis L.) is a typical fruit of temperate regions, having its origin and domestication at two different points, China and Asia Minor until the Middle East.

Detailed explanation-2: -Pyrus pyrifolia is a species of pear tree native to East Asia. The tree’s edible fruit is known by many names, including: Asian pear, Japanese pear, Chinese pear, Korean pear, Taiwanese pear, apple pear, zodiac pear, three-halves pear, papple, naspati and sand pear.

Detailed explanation-3: -The Callery pear, also known as Bradford pear, is an ornamental tree species that grows up to 40 feet in height. It has 2-3” shiny green leaves with slightly toothed-margins along the leaf edge. The overall shape of the Callery pear tree is described as tear-dropped or spade-like.

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