Filippa (apple)

The Filippa is a cultivar of apple originating from Denmark. It is believed to have been discovered around 1850 in Huseby, Funen, by farmer Peter Petersen. The Filippa apple is a mid-season variety, typically harvested in late September or early October.

The fruit is medium to large in size, with a rounded, slightly flattened shape. The skin is smooth and waxy, exhibiting a yellow-green base color often flushed with red, particularly on the side exposed to sunlight. Lenticels are visible as small spots on the skin.

The flesh of the Filippa apple is crisp, juicy, and aromatic, with a slightly tart and sweet flavor. It is considered a good eating apple and is also suitable for cooking and cider making.

Filippa trees are known for their vigor and productivity. The variety is generally considered relatively disease-resistant, but can be susceptible to common apple diseases in some environments. The Filippa apple is cultivated in various regions, primarily in Europe, and is often found in home orchards.