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because it is characterised as a crisp fruit, which this
never is ; for a similar reason, the Bergamotte de
Pentecôte of Van Mons’s Arbres Fruitiet's is omitted,
th a t writer speaking of its musky flavour, a quality
unknown in the subject of these remarks.
I t is observed by M. Noisette, that he thinks
his Bergamotte de la Pentecôte is the same as the
Beurreé Rance of the Flemings. In this, however,
he is certainly mistaken, as will be shewn in a
future number of this work.
A most profuse bearer grafted upon the Quince,
and is no doubt perfectly hardy. If it has a wall,
an eastern aspect would suit it well.
Wood reddish-yellow, sprinkled with distinct
whitish spots.
Leaves oblong, folded together.
Flowers early, very abundant, middle-sized.
P etals oval, not imbricated.
F ruit large, roundish oblong, broadest towards
the E ye, which is sunk in a moderately deep depression.
S talk short, thick, sunk in a deep
cavity. Skin green, speckled with russet-brown ;
when ripe becoming yellowish. Flesh whitish,
inclining to yellow, perfectly buttery and melting,
and extremely high flavoured.
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