Sabine | |
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Olive (Olea europaea) | |
Color of the ripe fruit | Black |
Also called | Aliva Bianca, Biancaghja, Capanacce |
Origin | Corsica |
Notable regions | Balagne in Haute-Corse |
Hazards | Saissetia oleae, Sooty moulds |
Use | Oil |
Oil content | High |
Growth form | Spreading |
Leaf | Elliptic |
Weight | Low |
Shape | Elongated |
Symmetry | Slightly asymmetrical |
The Sabine is a cultivar of olives grown primarily in Corsica. In the Balagne region of Haute-Corse it is the main variety. The olive yields an exceptionally high amount of oil; more than 30%. Vulnerable to certain biological pests, it is relatively tolerant of cold. The Sabine olive variety should not be confused with the olive oil produced in the Sabina region of Italy.