Pear
Pear
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Pear
Pyrus communis
Varieties: Heirloom cultivars
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Ayurvedic Profile
Dosha Effect
Pacifies Pitta; balances Kapha
Rasa / Taste
Sweet; Astringent
Virya / Energy
Cooling
Medicinal Actions
Nutritive, mild laxative, cooling; gentle on the gut
Helps With
Why This Plant
"A graceful Venusian tree of refined sweetness — Libra's elegant balance in fruit form. The pear teaches the cool, harmonious satisfaction of beauty that is also nourishing."
Cultivation
Hardy; needs pollinator partner; full sun; prune for structure.
Zone: 6a
Safety
Fruit safe; seeds (like apple) best not eaten in quantity.
