Sciros facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Sciros
The Sciros apple, also known as Pacific Rose.
Genus	Malus
Species	Malus pumila
Hybrid parentage	'Gala' × 'Splendour'
Cultivar	'Sciros'
Marketing names	Pacific Rose™
Origin	New Zealand

The Sciros apple, also known as Pacific Rose, is a special type of apple that was grown by people. It's a "cultivar," which means it's a specific kind of plant that was developed for certain features, like its taste or how well it stores.

What is the Sciros Apple?

The Sciros apple is known for being mostly sweet with only a little bit of sourness. Many people think its taste is similar to the 'Fuji' apple. One great thing about the Sciros apple is that it stays fresh for a long time when stored properly. This makes it a good choice for growers and for people who want to enjoy apples throughout the year.

Where Does it Come From?

The Sciros apple was created in New Zealand. It's a "hybrid" apple, which means it was made by carefully crossing two different apple types: the 'Gala' apple and the 'Splendour' apple. When you look at a Sciros apple, it often looks a lot like its 'Splendour' parent. It's considered a high-quality apple that ripens later in the season.

Pacific Rose: A Special Name

The name "Pacific Rose" is a trademark. A trademark is like a special brand name or logo that belongs to a company. It means that only certain companies are allowed to use that name when selling their products. For the Pacific Rose apple, this trademark is managed by a group called ENZA, which is the Apple and Pear Marketing Board in New Zealand.

Why is the Name Important?

Having a trademark helps control who can grow and sell the Pacific Rose apple. Sometimes, there can be disagreements about who has the right to use a trademark. For example, there have been discussions when apples grown in Chile were sold using the Pacific Rose name without the official permission from ENZA. This shows how important trademarks are for companies to protect their special products.