A self-compatible radiation mutant produced at Fruit Res. Inst., Rome, Italy, by F. Monastra, G. Della Strada, C. Fidighelli, and R. Quarta. A plant of the self-incompatible cultivar Fascinello was subjected to ionizing radiation (Co60, at 3 kR) in 1970. Introd. in 1987. Nut: semihardshell (40% kernel), 15% doubles; kernel elliptical-elongated (width-to-length ratio is 0.54), large, veined. Blooms late. Maturity is moderately early. Origin: Tree: average vigor, medium erect, precocious. Susceptible to Monilia. High regular production in all areas of central Italy. Fruit:
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