Well-adapted in the South and Southwest. Condit calls this variety Bordeaux. Nero A very large fig. Purplish-black, lighter or even green towards the stalk. Numerous white flecks.
Pulp is light strawberry.
Turbinate-pyriform, sometimes oblique with a broad apex. Eye medium, open. Roll your mouse over the image on the right to see a close-up of a Nero fruit. Flavor is sweet and rich. Needs heat to develop good flavor and adequate sugar.