Origin: in Honolulu, Hawaii, by H.Y. Nakasone, Univ. of Hawaii. Introd. in 1974. Complex parentage involving Betty, Kapoho Solo, Line 5, and Line 10. Cross made in 1960; selected in 1964; tested as line 17a. Tree: bearing height 30-36 inches; moderately vigorous; produces 100-140 lbs per tree per year; susceptible to phytophthora root rot. Variety now obsolete. Fruit: 14-18 oz, pyriform; skin smooth, orange-yellow when ripe; flesh deep yellow, mild flavor; 12% to 17% soluble solids; small-fruited (1 lb).
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