Callery pear (Pyrus calleryana, Jard. Fruit. 1: 329 (1871))

Family: Rosaceae

Author: Decne.

Bibliography: Jard. Fruit. 1: 329 (1871)

Year: 1871

Status: accepted

Rank: species

Genus: Pyrus

Vegetable: False

Observations: C. & S. China to Vietnam, C. Japan, Taiwan

Description

The Callery pear, scientifically known as Pyrus calleryana, is a species of pear tree native to regions across Central and Southern China, Vietnam, Central Japan, and Taiwan. Belonging to the Rosaceae family, it has garnered attention for its hardiness and ornamental appeal.

First described in the scientific literature of Jard. Fruit. 1: 329 in 1871 by the author Decne, the Callery pear has since become a notable addition to various landscapes around the world. This deciduous tree features an eye-catching display of white blossoms in the spring, making it a popular choice for garden enthusiasts and urban planners alike.

Its leaves transition from a lush green in the growing seasons to a vibrant array of red, orange, and gold hues in the fall, adding seasonal interest. Additionally, the tree is known for its rounded shape and can grow to considerable heights, providing ample shade.

Despite its beauty, it’s crucial to note that in some regions, the Callery pear has become invasive, spreading aggressively and outcompeting native plant species. Nevertheless, when managed properly, this resilient tree offers a delightful presence in gardens, parks, and along streets, thanks to its aesthetic charm and robust nature.

Overall, Pyrus calleryana remains a significant species within the Rosaceae family, admired for its ornamental qualities and adaptability to various climates within its native range and beyond.

Common Names

Eng: bradford pear, callery pear
Swe: litet kinapäron
En: Callery pear, Bradford pear
Ar: كمثرى برية
Eu: Txinako udareondo
Zh: Dou li, 豆梨
Da: Kina-Pære
Nl: Sierpeer
Fi: Kiinanpäärynä
Fr: Poirier de Chine
It: Pero
Ja: Mame-nashi
Pl: Grusza drobnoowocowa
Sv: Litet kinapäron
Zh-tw: 豆梨
Th: สาลี่นก

Synonyms

Distribution

• China North-Central (native)
• China South-Central (native)
• China Southeast (native)
• Japan (native)
• Korea (native)
• Taiwan (native)
• Vietnam (native)
• Alabama (introduced)
• Arkansas (introduced)
• California (introduced)
• Florida (introduced)
• Georgia (introduced)
• Illinois (introduced)
• Indiana (introduced)
• Iraq (introduced)
• Kansas (introduced)
• Kentucky (introduced)
• Louisiana (introduced)
• Maryland (introduced)
• Michigan (introduced)
• Mississippi (introduced)
• Missouri (introduced)
• New Jersey (introduced)
• New York (introduced)
• North Carolina (introduced)
• Ohio (introduced)
• Oklahoma (introduced)
• Pennsylvania (introduced)
• South Carolina (introduced)
• Tennessee (introduced)
• Texas (introduced)
• Virginia (introduced)
• West Himalaya (introduced)
• West Virginia (introduced)

Additional Images

Flower

Taken Apr 17, 2019 by Pep Secem (cc-by-sa)

Taken Apr 17, 2019 by Pep Secem (cc-by-sa)

Taken Apr 17, 2019 by Pep Secem (cc-by-sa)

Taken Apr 17, 2019 by Pep Secem (cc-by-sa)

Taken Apr 17, 2019 by Pep Secem (cc-by-sa)

Habit

Taken Jul 7, 2021 by Gregory Hannum (cc-by-sa)

Taken May 1, 2021 by stevetacula (cc-by-sa)

Taken Mar 24, 2022 by Annemarie Ahrens-Stehle (cc-by-sa)

Taken Apr 6, 2021 by G. Tisserand (cc-by-sa)

Taken Apr 1, 2018 by 1 (cc-by-sa)

Leaf

Taken Sep 27, 2021 by Janine Zschech (cc-by-sa)

Taken Nov 16, 2021 by franck voisin (cc-by-sa)

Taken Dec 2, 2020 by Sothis (cc-by-sa)

Taken Dec 24, 2021 by Owen Owen Thompson-Lastad (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jul 12, 2020 by blake frye (cc-by-sa)

Fruit

Taken Dec 2, 2020 by Sothis (cc-by-sa)

Taken Dec 11, 2021 by Dan Hunt (cc-by-sa)

Taken Oct 10, 2017 by Tela Botanica − Annick LARBOUILLAT (cc-by-sa)

Taken Oct 10, 2017 by Tela Botanica − Annick LARBOUILLAT (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jul 17, 2021 by Tiago Lima (cc-by-sa)

Bark

Taken Dec 3, 2021 by Sonlight (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jan 31, 2021 by Ramki Kazhiyur-Mannar (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jul 22, 2022 by Oğuzhan (cc-by-sa)

Taken Mar 24, 2022 by Gonzalez Moreno Alberto (cc-by-sa)

Taken Dec 2, 2020 by Sothis (cc-by-sa)

Other

Taken Apr 12, 2021 by angie g (cc-by-sa)

Taken Mar 24, 2022 by Annemarie Ahrens-Stehle (cc-by-sa)

Taken Apr 2, 2021 by Eli Small (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jul 22, 2022 by Oğuzhan (cc-by-sa)

Taken Sep 30, 2019 by A Isusi Iñaki (cc-by-sa)

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Sources

• WFO (No URL)
• GBIF (https://www.gbif.org/species/5363119)
• POWO (http://powo.science.kew.org/taxon/urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:730740-1)
• PlantNet (https://identify.plantnet.org/species/the-plant-list/Pyrus calleryana Decne.)

Specifications

Growth form: Single Stem

Growth habit: Tree

Growth rate: Moderate

Growth

Ph maximum: 7.5

Ph minimum: 5.0