Pistachio tree

#The present invention relates to a new and distinct variety of pistachio tree, the variety being primarily characterized, as to novelty, by vigorous, rounded upright growth habit and the abundant production of female (pistillate) flowers and seeds.

#The variety is further characterized by abundant foliage of pleasing medium green color and the production of seeds useful for planting to grow understocks upon which commercial nut bearing pistachio varieties may be budded or grafted.

#A tree which is vigorous, of rounded upright shape with semi-glossy to matte foliage with pointed leaflets; the flowers being borne in slender clusters or bunches similar to grapes (see photo).

#The color photographs illustrate the variety, including (1) mature tree, (2) foliage and (3) flower clusters (photo of flower clusters made on Mar. 14, 1981).

#Referring now specifically to the new and distinct variety of pistachio tree, the following is a detailed description thereof in outline; all major color plate identifications, if any, being by reference to the British Colour Council Horticultural Colour Chart, except where common terms of color definition are employed.

#Flowers borne in elongated clusters of many individual female flowers, similar to a bunch of grapes (see photo).

#Quantity of bloom: Abundant.