A medium sized dessert apple, of first-rate quality; it is of a roundish shape, yellow color; and in use in September.—[H. S. C.] n. 715.
793. ROMAN STEM.
This is not generally known out of New Jersey. It originated at Burlington, in that State, and is much esteemed in that neighbourhood. In flavor it belongs to the class of sprightly, pleasant apples, and somewhat resembles the Yellow Bellefleur. Tree very productive.—[Down. Fr. Amer.] 131.
It is a small dessert apple, of second-rate quality in this country.—H.
794. ROMRIL.
A medium sized apple of first-rate quality, either for cider or kitchen use. It is of an oblate shape, pale yellow color, and in use from November till February. The tree is a great bearer.—[H. S. C.] n. 717.
795. ROSALIND.
A very old variety, known to exist in the Carse of Gowrie, but it is very rare.—[M. C. H. S.] iv. 473.
796. ROSE APPLE.
A variety cultivated in the Carse of Gowrie orchards. It is a valuable variety, and the tree is a good bearer.—[M. C. H. S.] iv. 473.