Disclosed herein is a new and distinct variety of pawpaw tree, which has
been given the name 'Levfiv.' This variety is distinguished by its all-around excellent
fruit quality consisting of large, firm, fleshy, thick skinned fruits with an unusually
low seed-to-fruit ratio and an excellent flavor. This variety possess the fleshiest
and firmest fruit in pawpaws found to date. The texture is firm and smooth. The
number of fruit per cluster is low, often in singles, which simplifies harvesting.
The fruit possesses a color break at picking stage which is a major advantage in
harvesting the fruit. The fruit firmness plus the thick skin will help in shipping
and handling. This variety is one of three varieties newly identified as having
potential to establish a commercial pawpaw industry.
