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Pear Genus Details

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Pear trees are native to Europe and western Asia but are grown in the northern climates in the US for fruit production and ornamental use. Pear trees have white flowers that bloom before the leaves emerge. Pear leaves are leathery-feeling, with a deep glossy green on top and a paler green on bottom. They can grow to 45' tall. Some varieties are noted for their deep red autumn color. All pears are susceptible to a disease called fireblight which can kill them.
Pear tree (Pyrus salicifloia)
Pear tree (Pyrus salicifloia)


Pear Allergy Info

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Insect-pollinated, this genus is not commonly cited as a source of pollinosis. A Japanese study demonstrated direct, prolonged contact with the pollen could cause eye allergy symptoms in a few individuals.

Pear Pollen Description

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No pollen description is currently available.

Species in This Genus

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Allergenicity Legend:
Mild Allergen Mild Allergen  |  Moderate Allergen Moderate Allergen  |  Severe Allergen Severe Allergen  |  Allergy Test Allergy Test Available
Pear (Pyrus) is a genus of the ROSACEAE family.
This genus includes the following allergenic species:

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Pear Genus Location

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The shaded areas on the map indicates where the genus has been observed in the United States. Click the map to see a full scale version of these allergy areas.
  - Native, observed in a county
  - Introduced, observed in a county
  - Rarely observed

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