ISHS Acta Horticulturae 592: V International Peach Symposium
PERFORMANCE OF BRAZILIAN STONEFRUIT VARIETIES IN A TEMPERATE REGION OF AUSTRALIA |
| Authors: | D.M. Russel, B.L. Topp |
| Keywords: | Prunus persica, peach, nectarine, non-melting |
| Abstract:
Nineteen peach [Prunus persica (L.) Batsch] and two nectarine varieties from Brazil were evaluated at the Applethorpe Research Station, Stanthorpe, Queensland in 1996-1997. Within this group there was variation in flesh acidity, flesh colour (white and yellow) and flesh texture (melting and non-melting). The peach varieties BR-2, BR-4, BR-6, Diamante, Esmeralda, Jade, Magno and Safira were yellow fleshed, non-melting types with no red blush. Eldorado, a non-melting flesh peach, had a 25% blush but was considered unattractive for fresh market use. The peach varieties BR-1, BR-3, Chula, Coral, Escarlate, Pilcha and Premier were all subacid (Honey) types. Lotus, a small and unattractive nectarine, had a total soluble solids content of 24% and a flavour rating of 5 (most desirable). | |
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