Pyrus sp. (Southern Pear)

Pyrus sp. (Southern Pear) yellow fruit piled in a large pile for fresh healthy eating.
Pyrus sp. (Southern Pear) pile of round yellow fruit gathered together for fresh healthy eating.

Botanical name: Pyrus sp.

Common name: Southern Pear

Family: Rosaceae

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 5-9

Cold tolerance: -15°F

Plant type: Fruit or edible
Fruit type: Fruit or edible
Small tree 10-20 ftPlant form: Small tree
Plant mature sizeMature height: 10-20 ft
Full sunSemi-shadeSun exposure: Full sun or bright light indoor; semi-shade
Subtropical plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short timeCold tolerance: Tolerates light freezing to about 30°F for short periods (mature plants). Young plants must be protected.
Watering: Regular. Let topsoil dry slightlyWatering: Regular
White, off-white flowersFlower color: White and off-white
Suitable forSuitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growing
Deciduous plantFoliage: Deciduous

The genus Pyrus originates from temperate regions of Europe, North Africa, and Asia.Pyrus sp., commonly known as Southern Pear, is a deciduous tree that typically grows between 10 to 20 feet in height. This tree is known for its vigorous growth and produces white to off-white colored flowers. It can be grown in USDA Zone 5-9 and requires regular watering to thrive.

The pear fruit produced by this tree is juicy, crisp-fleshed and contains creamy white flesh that is sweet and flavorful with a hint of tartness. Some cultivars can improve in quality when stored in a cool, dark place. They can be eaten as-is, canned, or used for preserves. The fruit is low in calories, free of cholesterol, and is a good source of dietary fiber and vitamin C. A mature Southern Pear tree can produce between 15 to 20 pounds of fruit annually.

When planting a pear tree, it is recommended to plant two different varieties for cross-pollination in order to achieve a successful and abundant harvest. The tree should be planted in a sunny location with fertile, well-drained soil, and regular watering is necessary. In colder regions, growing the tree in a pot can provide extra protection and insulation from severe temperatures.


Image gallery: 29 images
Pyrus sp. (Southern Pear) green fruit close up on a plate.
Pyrus sp. (Southern Pear) green fruit resting on a plate, including one sliced half.
Pyrus sp. (Southern Pear) yellow fruit hanging on a branch, close up photography.
Pyrus sp. (Southern Pear) yellow fruit ripening among green leaves on the branch.
Pyrus sp. (Southern Pear) yellow red fruit hanging on a branch among green leaves
Pyrus sp. (Southern Pear) with yellow red fruit hanging from a green leaf laden branch
Pyrus sp. (Southern Pear) yellow gold fruit hanging on branch, close up
Pyrus sp. (Southern Pear) with ripening yellow fruit hanging among turning autumn leaves
Pyrus sp. (Southern Pear) close up white flower with brown stamen centers on green branch
Pyrus sp. (Southern Pear) white flower with numerous thin petals surrounding a center with brown specks
Pyrus sp. (Southern Pear) round brown fruit on a plate close up with white interior.
Pyrus sp. (Southern Pear) sliced in half with tan skin resting on a white plate.
Pyrus sp. (Southern Pear) tree with green leaves and thick brown textured trunk bark.
Pyrus sp. (Southern Pear) with a sprawling branch canopy and rough brown textured bark.
Pyrus sp. (Southern Pear) green fruit hanging from branches on a tree close up
Pyrus sp. (Southern Pear) green fruit cluster hanging among many thick oval leaves on branches
Pyrus sp. (Southern Pear) round tan fruit close up on a white surface area
Pyrus sp. (Southern Pear) harvested round fruit sit together on a neutral surface area.
Pyrus sp. (Southern Pear) with yellow fruit close up for a clear view.
Pyrus sp. (Southern Pear) yellow fruit sitting on a dark surface.
Pyrus sp. (Southern Pear) white flower close up with dark stamen tips and green centers
Pyrus sp. (Southern Pear) white flower clusters with dark stamen tips and light green centers.
Pyrus sp. (Southern Pear) with round light green fruit hanging from a wooden tree branch
Pyrus sp. (Southern Pear) fruit hanging from a branch among small jagged oval green leaves
Pyrus sp. (Southern Pear) round brown fruit close up captured with fine textured skin
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Pyrus sp. (Southern Pear) rounded brown fruit with a small dark center on a surface.
This Pyrus pyrifolia (Asian pear) shows an unusually lobed and irregular fruit shape, creating a curious and atypical appearance compared to the typical round form.
Pyrus sp. (Southern Pear) with dark red fruit on a plate, close up shot.
Pyrus sp. (Southern Pear) with whole dark red fruit and sliced segments on a plate.
Pyrus sp. (Southern Pear) with young green and purple fruit on a small branch close up
Pyrus sp. (Southern Pear) young fruit cluster ripening among glossy oval leaves on a tree branch.
Pyrus sp. (Southern Pear) white flower cluster close up on a tree branch.
Pyrus sp. (Southern Pear) white flower cluster with delicate petals on a wooden branch.
Pyrus sp. (Southern Pear) white flower close up on a tree branch with green leaves.
Pyrus sp. (Southern Pear) white flower with numerous dark anthers and rounded petals on a branch.
Pyrus sp. (Southern Pear) with green leaves on a spreading tree trunk close up.
Pyrus sp. (Southern Pear) trunk branches into many directions with abundant green oval foliage.
Pyrus sp. (Southern Pear) white flower cluster close up on woody branches in sunlight
Pyrus sp. (Southern Pear) branches densely covered in multiple white flowers during the spring time
Pyrus sp. (Southern Pear) with red and yellow fruit hanging on a slender tree branch.
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Pyrus sp. (Southern Pear) with ripening red and yellow fruit attached to a slender tree branch.
Fruits of Pyrus communis (European pear), known for their sweet flavor, smooth texture, and the wide variety of cultivated cultivars.
Pyrus sp. (Southern Pear) yellow fruit close up resting on a plate
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Pyrus sp. (Southern Pear) yellow fruit sliced open with black seeds on a plate
Fruit of Pyrus pyrifolia (Asian pear) cultivar, known for its round shape, crisp texture, and juicy, sweet white flesh with a refreshing flavor.
Pyrus sp. (Southern Pear) with brown round fruit close up on a branch.
Pyrus sp. (Southern Pear) round brown fruit on a branch among dark red leaves.
Pyrus sp. (Southern Pear) white flower close up on a slender tree branch in spring.
Pyrus sp. (Southern Pear) white flower clusters on a branch during the spring bloom season.
Pyrus sp. (Southern Pear) with white flower cluster in a close up, wooden branch.
Pyrus sp. (Southern Pear) white flower clusters with red centers on a thin woody branch.
Pyrus sp. (Southern Pear) with white flower clusters covering the dark woody tree branches close up
Pyrus sp. (Southern Pear) showing dense white flower clusters covering many woody tree branches in sunlight
Pyrus sp. (Southern Pear) white tree filled with many small flowers against blue sky.
Pyrus sp. (Southern Pear) covered in dense white flowers across the branches in spring.
Pyrus sp. (Southern Pear) white flower cluster, close up image of many delicate petals.
Pyrus sp. (Southern Pear) with a dense cluster of white flowers and small green leaves.
Pyrus sp. (Southern Pear) tree with red and green leaves and small round fruit.
Pyrus sp. (Southern Pear) tree with multicolored leaves and small fruit hanging from woody branches.
Pyrus sp. (Southern Pear) white flower close up on branches with small leaves.
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Pyrus sp. (Southern Pear) white flower clusters on brown woody branches with smooth green leaves.
Spring bloom of Pyrus communis (European pear), with fragrant white flowers that attract pollinators and signal the beginning of the fruiting season.


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