The fruit, flower, and branch of the avocado tree.

Avocado

The fruit, flower, and branch of the avocado tree.

Illustration of a cross section of a Washington pear.

Washington Pear

Illustration of a cross section of a Washington pear.

Illustration of a cross section of a Jalousie de Fontenay Vendee pear.

Jalousie de Fontenay Vendee Pear

Illustration of a cross section of a Jalousie de Fontenay Vendee pear.

Illustration of a variety of pears. including:1. Imperial Gage2. Jalousie de Fontenay Vendee3. Breda.

Variety of pears

Illustration of a variety of pears. including: 1. Imperial Gage 2. Jalousie de Fontenay Vendee 3. Breda.

Illustration of a Portugal quince pear.

Portugal Quince Pear

Illustration of a Portugal quince pear.

An illustration of the cross section of a Portugal quince pear.

Cross section of a Portugal Quince Pear

An illustration of the cross section of a Portugal quince pear.

An illustration of a Doyenne Gray pear and Early Richmond cherries.

Variety of Fruit

An illustration of a Doyenne Gray pear and Early Richmond cherries.

An illustration of a Washington pear.

Washington Pear

An illustration of a Washington pear.

"The Brown Tailed Moth is also very destructive to trees. The caterpillars live in quantities on the apple, pear and elm trees."

Liparis Chrysorrhoea

"The Brown Tailed Moth is also very destructive to trees. The caterpillars live in quantities on the…

"Apodytes dimidiata. 1. a flower; 2. a corolla spread open; 3. a pistil; 4. section of an ovary; 5. section of ripe fruit." -Lindley, 1853

White-Pear

"Apodytes dimidiata. 1. a flower; 2. a corolla spread open; 3. a pistil; 4. section of an ovary; 5.…

"1. branch of Pyrus communis; 2. its flower divided vertically; 3. a cross section of its fruit." -Lindley, 1853

European Pear

"1. branch of Pyrus communis; 2. its flower divided vertically; 3. a cross section of its fruit." -Lindley,…

An illustration of a pear.

Pear

An illustration of a pear.

An illustration of various parts of the cashew tree. "1, Branch, bearing flowers and fruit. The fruit stales are enlarged in pear like for bearing the nut (the true fruit) at their apex; 2, Flower expanded; Stamen and pistil, with the calyx; 4, Stamen separated; 5, Nut constituting the fruit; 6, Nut opened longitudinally; 7, Seed seprated from the nut; 8, Cotyledons opened to show the radicle a, and the plumule." (Britannica, 1910)

Cashew Tree

An illustration of various parts of the cashew tree. "1, Branch, bearing flowers and fruit. The fruit…

One-wattled Cassowary "...Casuarius uniappendiculatus, of Salawatti and the adjoining parts of New Guinea, has the head, throat, and nape blue, the lower portion of the neck and the median pear-shaped caruncle yellow, the casque dusky olive, and the longitudinal naked space towards the sides of the neck flesh-coloured with a yellow margin." - A. H. Evans, 1900

One-wattled Cassowary

One-wattled Cassowary "...Casuarius uniappendiculatus, of Salawatti and the adjoining parts of New Guinea,…

Pandorina, a one-celled, fresh water form, is a genus of green algae composed of 8, 16, or sometimes 32 cells, held together at their bases to form a globular colony surrounded by mucilage. The cells are ovoid or slightly narrowed at one end to appear keystone- or pear-shaped.

Pandorina

Pandorina, a one-celled, fresh water form, is a genus of green algae composed of 8, 16, or sometimes…

This large cabinet is engraved in ebony and pear tree wood. Its design is elaborate with carved figures at the top, on the panels and the base of the cabinet. It also has fruit and leaf designs throughout.

Large Cabinet

This large cabinet is engraved in ebony and pear tree wood. Its design is elaborate with carved figures…

A violin is constructed with its sounding box formed with a concave bottom surface to fit against the shoulder of the violinist and with a hook on its top surface that can be attached to a band around the violinist's body. In addition, the violin is formed in a pear shape with a longer neck section than in the classical violin. Thereby, the violinist can play the instrument without supporting it under the chin, and achieve full range of fingering without interference from the front edge of the sounding box.

Violin Body

A violin is constructed with its sounding box formed with a concave bottom surface to fit against the…

An illustration of wild pears growing on a tree branch.

Wild Pears

An illustration of wild pears growing on a tree branch.

The fruit of a family Pyrus.

Pear Tomato

The fruit of a family Pyrus.

A moraceous tree belonging to the Ficus of tropical regions, producing pear like fruit.

Fig Tree

A moraceous tree belonging to the Ficus of tropical regions, producing pear like fruit.

Also known as Cydonia oblonga. It is native to southwest Asia, and produces yellow pear-shaped pome fruits. The flowers tend to be white or pink, and consist of 5 petals.

Quince

Also known as Cydonia oblonga. It is native to southwest Asia, and produces yellow pear-shaped pome…

Six pears.

Six Pears

Six pears.

Four pears.

Four Pears

Four pears.

Three pears.

Three Pears

Three pears.

Two pears.

Two Pears

Two pears.

Also known as Hicoria minima. The branch of a Swamp Hickory tree, which produces pear-shaped nuts.

Branch of Swamp Hickory

Also known as Hicoria minima. The branch of a Swamp Hickory tree, which produces pear-shaped nuts.

The larva, or caterpillar, of the leopard moth is whitish with black glossy spots. The caterpillar has a blackish plate on the segment next to the head. These caterpillars feed on the wood in the interior of the stems and branches of pear, apple, or plum trees.

Caterpillar of the Leopard Moth

The larva, or caterpillar, of the leopard moth is whitish with black glossy spots. The caterpillar has…

The Persian melon has elongated, pear shaped fruits of medium size. This melon doesn't have ribs and is only slightly netted. The rind is yellow marbled with dark green. The flesh is greenish white and very sugary.

Persian Melon

The Persian melon has elongated, pear shaped fruits of medium size. This melon doesn't have ribs and…

The James's keeping onion has a pear shape. It is one of the longest keeping varieties of onion.

James's Keeping Onion

The James's keeping onion has a pear shape. It is one of the longest keeping varieties of onion.

Prickly pear or Indian fig is the common name of opuntia. Pictured is the seedling showing the mode of germination.

Seedling of Prickly Pear

Prickly pear or Indian fig is the common name of opuntia. Pictured is the seedling showing the mode…

Opuntia basilaris is a variety of prickly pear with large, rose purple flowers. The flowers bloom in summer. The plant is covered with short, brown bristles.

Opuntia Basilaris

Opuntia basilaris is a variety of prickly pear with large, rose purple flowers. The flowers bloom in…

Opuntia boliviana is a variety of prickly pear. The joints of the plant are about two inches long and are pale green. The prickles are three to four inches long.

Opuntia Boliviana

Opuntia boliviana is a variety of prickly pear. The joints of the plant are about two inches long and…

Optunia brachyarthra is a variety of prickly pear. The flowers are very small. The prickles grow in groups of three to five.

Optunia Brachyarthra

Optunia brachyarthra is a variety of prickly pear. The flowers are very small. The prickles grow in…

Indian fig, the common name of optunia ficus-indica, has yellow flowers that bloom in May. The fruit is bristly and red within. The fruit is edible.

Branch of Indian Fig

Indian fig, the common name of optunia ficus-indica, has yellow flowers that bloom in May. The fruit…

Optunia multiflora is a variety of prickly pear. The flowers are yellow and bloom in summer. The branches are large and flattened. The spines are numerous and clustered.

Flowering Branch of Optunia Multiflora

Optunia multiflora is a variety of prickly pear. The flowers are yellow and bloom in summer. The branches…

Optunia platyacantha is a variety of prickly pear. This plant has a low branching stem. The spines have different forms and sizes.

Optunia Platyacantha

Optunia platyacantha is a variety of prickly pear. This plant has a low branching stem. The spines have…

Optunia rafinesquii is a variety of prickly pear. The flowers often have a red center and numerous petals. The cactus grows one foot tall.

Optunia Rafinesquii

Optunia rafinesquii is a variety of prickly pear. The flowers often have a red center and numerous petals.…

Optunia tuna is a variety of prickly pear. The flowers are reddish orange and bloom in July. There are bundles of yellow, unequal, spreading spines.

Optunia Tuna

Optunia tuna is a variety of prickly pear. The flowers are reddish orange and bloom in July. There are…

This flowering branch of pear shows to corymbs of flowers. A large portion of flowers fall off at an early stage of growth.

Flowering Branch of Pear

This flowering branch of pear shows to corymbs of flowers. A large portion of flowers fall off at an…

In a horizontal system of training pear trees the lower branches must be equally vigorous with the upper ones. A represents the permanent trees.

Horizontal System of Training Pear Trees

In a horizontal system of training pear trees the lower branches must be equally vigorous with the upper…

Fan training of pears is better adapted for walls that are much higher than those usually surrounding gardens. Once established, fan trained trees bear fruit of good quality.

Fan Training of Pear Trees

Fan training of pears is better adapted for walls that are much higher than those usually surrounding…

A curved iron bar is used to train trees into such a shape. A pear tree arbor is used for covering a portion or the whole of a garden.

Pear Tree Arbor

A curved iron bar is used to train trees into such a shape. A pear tree arbor is used for covering a…

Shown is the system or mode of bearing the fruit of a pear tree.

Fruiting Branchlet of Pear

Shown is the system or mode of bearing the fruit of a pear tree.

The autumn bergamot pear is small and roundish. The skin is brownish green on the shady side and reddish brown next to the sun. The flesh is juicy and richly flavored.

Autumn Bergamot Pear

The autumn bergamot pear is small and roundish. The skin is brownish green on the shady side and reddish…

The beurre bosc pear has medium sized fruit The skin is yellow covered all over with orange russet. The fruit has a melting, buttery, very rich flavor.

Beurre Bosc Pear

The beurre bosc pear has medium sized fruit The skin is yellow covered all over with orange russet.…

Beurre sterckmans pears are medium sized with yellow russet skin. The flavor is very juicy, melting, and rich.

Beurre Sterckmans Pear

Beurre sterckmans pears are medium sized with yellow russet skin. The flavor is very juicy, melting,…

The Easter Beurre pear is large with dull green skin. The fruit has a buttery and juicy flavor and is finely perfurmed.

Easter Beurre Pear

The Easter Beurre pear is large with dull green skin. The fruit has a buttery and juicy flavor and is…

The passe crassane pear is medium sized with greenish yellow skin with brown dots. The flesh is somewhat gritty, half melting, and finely perfurmed.

Passe Crassane Pear

The passe crassane pear is medium sized with greenish yellow skin with brown dots. The flesh is somewhat…

Uvedale's St. Germain pears are very large with dark green skin. These pears can sometimes weigh over two pounds.

Uvedale's St. Germain Pear

Uvedale's St. Germain pears are very large with dark green skin. These pears can sometimes weigh over…

Williams' bon chretien pears are large with pale yellow skin. The flesh has a tender, melting delicious flavor. It is a great dessert pear.

Williams' Bon Chretien Pear

Williams' bon chretien pears are large with pale yellow skin. The flesh has a tender, melting delicious…

Rosetelia cancellata fungi causes the leaves to become covered with large, raised spots that are deep red.

Pear Leaves Attacked by Roestelia Cancellata

Rosetelia cancellata fungi causes the leaves to become covered with large, raised spots that are deep…

Psylla pyrisuga is a type of aphide. It is very harmful to pear trees.

Psylla Pyrisuga

Psylla pyrisuga is a type of aphide. It is very harmful to pear trees.

The larva of psylla pyrisuga live on pear trees and sometimes apple trees. The larvae suck the juice from the leaves.

Larva of Psylla Pyrisuga

The larva of psylla pyrisuga live on pear trees and sometimes apple trees. The larvae suck the juice…

Pictured are pear leaves attacked by phytoptus pyris, also known as gall mites. A represents a leaf recently attacked by mites. B represents a leaf with old mite galls.

Pear Leaf Attacked by Phytoptus Pyris

Pictured are pear leaves attacked by phytoptus pyris, also known as gall mites. A represents a leaf…

Gourd is the common name of curcurbita pepo ovifera. The gourd is small, hard, pear shaped, and inedible.

Gourd

Gourd is the common name of curcurbita pepo ovifera. The gourd is small, hard, pear shaped, and inedible.

Loquat is native to China and Japan. The fruit is pear shaped, yellow, and about an inch and a half long. The flavor is acidic but tasty.

Loquat

Loquat is native to China and Japan. The fruit is pear shaped, yellow, and about an inch and a half…

Balsam pear is the common name of <i>momordica charantia</i>. The plant is native to tropical Africa and Asia. The flowers are yellow and one inch across.

Balsam Pear

Balsam pear is the common name of momordica charantia. The plant is native to tropical Africa and Asia.…

The Common Guillemot (<i>Uria troile</i>) is a member of the auk family. It breeds on all rocky coasts of the North Atlantic. The bill is long, straight, and strong, the wings and tail short. In spring, the upper surface of the body is brownish black, the under white, save for the dark throat; in winter, the throat becomes white or mottled. All guillemots lay a single pear-shaped on the ledge of a sea-cliff. They make no nest whatever, and large colonies brood in company.

Common Guillemot

The Common Guillemot (Uria troile) is a member of the auk family. It breeds on all rocky coasts of the…