Ferdinand de Lesseps
PearFerdinand de Lesseps
Source: U.P. Hedrick, The Pears of New York (1921), citing Leroy Dict. Pom. 2:154, fig. 1869
Origin/History
Raised by André Leroy in 1864.
Tree
Not described in source.
Fruit
Form and Size: Medium, ovate, not very regular.
Skin: Bright yellow, extensively washed and marbled with brown-russet.
Flesh and Flavor: White, very fine, melting. Juice very abundant, acidulous, very sugary, with an exquisite flavor.
Cavity, Calyx, Basin, Stem, Core/Seeds: Not described in source.
Season
Early October.
Uses
Rated as first quality (culinary or dessert category), indicating premium eating fruit.
Subtypes/Variants
Not described in source.
Other
Not described in source.
Book Sources
Described in 1 period pomological work
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— U.P. Hedrick, The Pears of New York (1921)Ferdinand de Lesseps.
i. Leroy Diet. Pom. 2:154, fig. 1869.
Raised by André Leroy in 1864. Fruit medium, ovate, not very regular, bright yellow, extensively washed and marbled with brown-russet; flesh white, very fine, melting; juice very abundant, acidulous, very sugary, with an exquisite flavor; first; early Oct.