2. "Male pear" and "female pear" are actually the difference between "persistent fruit" and "fruit without calyx". "Calyx" refers to sepals, "persistent calyx" refers to sepals left on fruits, and "cracking" refers to sepals falling off.
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1, the "male and female" differences of fruits are just some differentiation characteristics of fruits during their growth and development. The difference in appearance of most fruits does not mean that their quality is different. It is worth noting that "the vast majority", only fragrant pear is the only exception. Whether it is watermelon, navel orange or apple, or even other varieties of pears, there is not much difference between male and female.
2. Pear originated in China, and there is a record that "there are buds on the mountain" in the Book of Songs and Chao Jian. It can be seen that pear cultivation in China has a history of more than 2,500 years. In the long-term cultivation of pear trees, many excellent varieties have been cultivated. In Historical Records, Guang Zhi, Miscellanies of Xijing, Luoyang Hua Mu, Huajing and other ancient books, many pear varieties, such as,,, and Ailijia, are recorded, and these varieties are still in use today.
3. Pear is suitable for cough due to lung heat, wind-heat in children, dry throat and sore throat, and dry stool. Modern medical research believes that pears also have the functions of lowering blood pressure, clearing away heat and calming the nerves. Patients with hypertension, if they have symptoms such as dizziness, palpitation and tinnitus, often eat pears, which can alleviate the symptoms. Pears are rich in sugar and vitamins, which can protect the liver and help digestion.
References:
Baidu encyclopedia-pear