Ellison's Orange facts for kids
Quick facts for kids 'Ellison's Orange' |
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Ripe red fruit.
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| Genus | Malus |
| Species | Malus pumila |
| Hybrid parentage | Cox's Orange Pippin x Cellini |
| Cultivar | 'Ellison's Orange' |
| Origin |  England, Lincolnshire, before 1904 |
Ellison's Orange is a special type of apple that comes from England. It's a mix of two other famous apples: the Cox's Orange Pippin and the Cellini apple. It looks and tastes a lot like its parents.
One cool thing about Ellison's Orange is that it can get a unique aniseed (licorice-like) flavor when stored! This apple is also much better at fighting off diseases than the Cox's apple, which makes it easier for farmers to grow.
Where Did It Come From?
This apple is named after the person who created it, C. C. Ellison. He was a priest from Lincolnshire, a county in the United Kingdom. He likely crossed the two parent apples to create Ellison's Orange around the year 1904.
What Makes It Special?
Ellison's Orange is a mid-season apple. This means it's ready to be picked in the middle of the apple harvest time. Its flesh (the inside part) is quite soft. It's also much juicier than a Cox's apple, feeling more like a pear when you bite into it.
This apple tree is generally easy to grow. However, it needs soil that drains water well. This is important because the tree can easily get a plant disease called apple canker if the soil stays too wet.
A Top Apple!
Many people think Ellison's Orange is a classic English apple. Experts at Orange Pippin, a website about apples, say it's one of the best quality apples you can find.
In 1993, this apple received the Award of Garden Merit. This special award comes from the Royal Horticultural Society. It means the apple is a great choice for gardens and is highly recommended.
See also
In Spanish: Ellison's Orange (manzana) para niños
