Plate XLV.—Bahia, or Washington Navel Orange.
One half natural size.
G. P. W. Collection. [Plate XLVI]
Citrus Decumana.
POMELO OR SHADDOCK (pear-shaped var.).
This hardy tree, with its spreading branches, grows to a height of from 15 to 20 feet. It is extensively cultivated in India, and widely distributed over the Malayan and Polynesian Islands. It was early introduced to the Hawaiian Islands, presumably by the Chinese, who seem to be especially fond of the fruit, as it is always an important feature of their New Year's decorations. The leaves are large, oval or ovate-oblong, obtuse, and frequently emarginate, and the petiole is broadly winged. The flowers are large and white. This pyriform variety, which is from 6 to 8 inches in diameter, often weighs 4 to 8 pounds.
The pale-yellow rind is smooth, thick and very bitter, but can be made into a preserve. The pulp varies in color from pale yellow to red, and has a sub-acid, slightly bitter, flavor.
Plate XLVI.—Pomelo or Shaddock (pear-shaped var.)
One third natural size.