Originated in Australia in the 1890’s and is a cross between Bon Chretien and St Germain. It was introduced into SA in 1922.

A medium to large, unevenly shaped, light-green pear with conspicuous dark-green lenticels. The skin colour  remains green or green-yellow when ripe. The flesh is creamy-white with a fine, smooth texture. The taste is sweet and juicy.