Apple
A sport of James Grieve having a darker flush and stripes. It originated in 1953 with Erich Neumann of Germany. Fruits have rather soft, very juicy flesh with a good refreshing flavour.
Synonyms:Erich Neumann's Roter, Neumann James Grieve, Neumanns Red James Grieve, Red James Grieve (Neumann)
Availability Material available from the National Fruit Collection.
Parentage: Sport of James Grieve
Accession name Erich Neumann's Roter
References: 1. NFC fruit (undated) Unpublished characterisation by staff at NFC, Brogdale. 2. Smith, M. (1971) National Apple Register