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Callery pear

Pyrus calleryana

The Callery pear is a beautiful tree with white flowers in spring. It has shiny green leaves that turn bright colors in the fall. This tree is often found in parks and gardens, making them lovely places to visit.

Habitat: Urban areas

Appearance

The Callery pear is a deciduous tree known for its dense clusters of five-petaled white flowers that cover its branches in early spring. Its glossy green leaves turn brilliant shades of red, orange, and purple in autumn, often holding their color late into the season.

KingdomPlantaePhylumTracheophytaClassMagnoliopsidaOrderRosalesFamilyRosaceaeGenusPyrus
Callery pear
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Callery pear

Category

Plants

Rarity

Common

Danger

1/5 · Very low

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Interesting facts

Callery pears are an invasive species, outcompeting native plants for space!

Its tiny, round fruits might be bitter, but birds gobble them up for a winter snack!

The beautiful white flowers of the Callery pear surprisingly have a fishy smell!

These trees were once popular for city streets because they grow super fast!

Special abilities

Ability

Tough Town Dweller

Callery pear can grow in poor soils and tolerate pollution, helping it survive in harsh city environments.

Ability

Thorn Shield

Callery pear has sharp thorns on its branches that help defend it from animals trying to browse its leaves.

Ability

Aggressive Spreader

Callery pear can easily escape gardens and quickly colonize new areas, helping it reproduce rapidly.

Measurements & details

Height
450-1800 cm
Spread
300-900 cm
Flower Size
2-3 cm
Bloom Season
Spring
Edible
Yes
Toxicity
None
Lifecycle
Perennial
Pollination Method
Insect

Ecological connections

Traits

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Safety

Danger

1/5 · Very low

Be careful around trees; don't climb too high and watch for falling branches.

Frequently Asked Questions

How tall is Callery pear?

450-1800 cm

How wide does Callery pear spread?

300-900 cm

How big are the flowers on Callery pear?

2-3 cm

When does Callery pear bloom?

Spring

Is Callery pear edible?

Yes

Is Callery pear toxic?

None

What is Callery pear's lifecycle?

Perennial

How is Callery pear pollinated?

Insect

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