Abate Fetel facts for kids
Quick facts for kids 'Abate Fetel' pear |
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Abate Fetel pear
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| Genus | Pyrus |
| Species | Pyrus communis |
| Cultivar | 'Abate Fetel' |
| Breeder | Fetel |
| Origin | France, after 1865 |
The Abate Fetel or Abbé Fetel is a special type of pear called a cultivar. It is a popular kind of European Pear (Pyrus communis).
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Discovering the Abate Fetel Pear
This pear first came from France. It was created by a man named Fetel. He was an abbot, which is a type of priest. He started working on this pear in 1865. At that time, he was a priest in a town called Chessy, Rhône.
How the Pear Was Created
Abbot Fetel began by using different local pear types. He wanted to create a new and better pear. Later, he moved to Charentay. There, he kept working on his plant experiments. This process is called hybridisation. It means crossing different plants to make a new one. After a few years, he successfully created the 'Abate Fetel' pear.
Where Abate Fetel Pears Grow Today
Today, the 'Abate Fetel' pear is very important in Italy. It is the most grown and exported pear there. Most of these pears are grown in the Emilia-Romagna region. This area has a special status called a Protected Geographical Indication. This means the pears from this region are known for their quality.
Other Growing Regions
Another big country that grows 'Abate Fetel' pears is Argentina. These pears are usually picked in Italy in September. They can stay fresh for up to 23 weeks if kept cold.
What Makes This Pear Special
One easy way to spot an 'Abate Fetel' pear is its shape. It is long and stretched out. This unique shape helps people recognize it easily when they are buying fruit.
See also
In Spanish: Abbé Fétel (pera) para niños
