Pyrus communis
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Definition
Noun: * A species of tree native to the Old World (Europe and Asia) that produces sweet, juicy fruit with a characteristically gritty texture. It is the common cultivated pear tree and exists in numerous cultivated varieties.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- The orchard contained several mature Pyrus communis alongside apple trees.
- Most pears sold in supermarkets come from cultivars of Pyrus communis.
- Botanists study Pyrus communis to understand the genetics of fruit texture.
Advanced Usage
- In botanical and horticultural contexts, Pyrus communis is used to specify the primary cultivated species, distinguishing it from wild or ornamental pear species (e.g., ).
- For a classic pear flavor, growers prefer grafting onto rootstock of Pyrus communis.
Variants and Related Words
- Pear tree: The common name for .
- Common pear: Another vernacular name for this species.
- Pyrus (n.): The genus to which belongs, which includes all pear species.
Synonyms
- Common pear tree
- European pear tree
Related Terms
- Cultivar (n.): A plant variety that has been produced in cultivation by selective breeding. has many cultivars, such as 'Bartlett' and 'Anjou'.
- Pome (n.): The type of fruit produced by , characterized by a core containing seeds (e.g., apples, quinces).
Noun
- Old World tree having sweet gritty-textured juicy fruit; widely cultivated in many varieties