Nanshan Apple Pear

Nanshan Apple Pear

　　The Nanshan Apple Pear

　　The Nanshan Apple Pear is a premium fruit recently cultivated and promoted in Longsheng. Grown at altitudes of 800 to 1,500 meters in high mountain areas, the large day-night temperature variation here results in exceptionally tender and juicy flesh,

　　remarkably crisp and sweet — making it a rare delicacy among pears. The Nanshan Pear ripens in August, with an annual supply of 150 tons.

　　 The Nanshan Apple Pear features large size, abundant flesh, rich juice, white and fine-grained pulp free of stone cells, high sugar content, crisp texture, small core, a delicate fragrance, well-balanced sweetness and acidity, and superior quality. Its most outstanding characteristic is strong storability. Analysis shows it contains 87.3% water, 0.35% total acid, 9.33% reducing sugar, and 10.65% total sugar, as well as abundant vitamin C, vitamins B1 and B2, and elements such as calcium, phosphorus, and iron. It is highly nutritious, with benefits including moistening the lungs, reducing phlegm, easing coughs, clearing heat, calming the mind, promoting urination, stimulating appetite, aiding digestion, and being especially beneficial for those who are physically weak or lacking bodily fluids. It can also be made into jams, preserves, fruit wines, canned goods, etc. Adding a few slices of apple pear to savory side dishes can enhance their refreshment.