Ovoidea Wild Pear (Pyrus ussuriensis ovoidea)

Family: Rosaceae | Edibility: Edible (3/5)

Pyrus ussuriensis ovoidea is a deciduous Tree growing to 15 m (49ft 3in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 4 and is not frost tender. It is in flower in April, and the seeds ripen from September to October. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils, prefers well-drained soil and can grow in heavy clay soil.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Fruit

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Late Summer

Flavor & Culinary Uses

Fruit - raw or cooked. Juicy. — Fruit - raw or cooked.

Habitat & North American Range

Forests and river valleys in lower mountain zones. (Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8)