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COBAN (No. Eight) S. p. I. 43932. From Coban. Alta Vera- 

 paz, Guatemala. Elevation 4325 ft. A fruit well known in Coban for 

 its excellent quality. In addition it has a small seed and other desirable 

 characteristics. It is pear-shaped or obovoid in form, and weighs about 



Figure 17 COBAN 



Slightly rough, green, about 15 ounces in weight, A fruit 

 of excellent quality, ripening midseason. 



15 ounces. The surface is slightly rough, deep green in color, the skin 

 moderately thick. The flesh is clear, deep yellow, and of very rich flavor. 

 The seed is rather small. Ripening season February and March at Coban. 

 A midseason sort. (Fig. 1 7) 



