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Plymouth Pear (Pyrus cordata) is a deciduous tree native to the Mediterranean region, including Algeria, France, Italy, Morocco, Portugal, and Spain. Plymouth Pear (Latin: Pyrus cordata, family Rosaceae) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Plymouth Pear is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.
Plymouth Pear is a member of the Rosaceae family native to ALG, FRA, ITA, MOR, POR, and SPA. Plymouth Pear thrives in a light to medium exposure with occasional watering and prefers moist, well-draining soils that are light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay).
Plymouth Pear grows best in USDA zone 8-10, 6/10 light, and moist water. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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