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Fragrant pear, Xinjiang pear
Pyrus sinkiangensis

Family: Rosaceae


What it is like

A tree. It grows 6-9 m tall. The small branches are purplish brown. The leaves are oval and 6-8 cm long by 3.5-5 cm wide. They can have a white coating when young. The flowers are 1.5-2.5 cm across. The petals are white. The fruit is oval and yellowish green, They are 2.5-5 cm across. Probably Pyrus x sinkiangensis


Where it is found

It is a temperate plant.

Countries/locations it is found in

Asia, China, Tibet


How it is used for food

Edible parts

Fruit


How it is grown


Its other names

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