Leaf Morphology
Leaf Type
Simple deciduous leaf
Shape
Ovate to broadly elliptical with a rounded base and pointed tip
Margin
Finely serrate or crenate-serrate
Arrangement
Alternate along the twigs
Venation
Pinnate venation with a prominent midrib and branching lateral veins
Key Features
Finely toothed simple leaves, alternate arrangement, smooth petiole, rough grayish-brown bark, and characteristic pear fruit
Habitat
Found in temperate regions, orchards, disturbed woodlands, and forest edges, preferring well-drained loamy soils and full sun
Native Range
Native to central and eastern Europe and southwestern Asia, now widely cultivated and naturalized globally in temperate zones
Identified on 10/7/2026