Baskinta Brown (labeled Unknown Lebanese Brown). Two logs from Vern C in November 2011. Thanks Vern. Now more than eight feet tall, grounded, unpruned, and getting only about 5 hours max of sunlight daily. I was shocked to find these two figs because the birds missed them. They were figgy but not juicy nor memorably sweet. As you can see, they crack nicely. In the hopes of a more productive life, I will prune it as well as the tree causing the shade. Highly rated [No]. Taste [Good because it was not bland tasting and watery like some golden looking figs can get; yes you Celeste]. Productive [Not sure]. Keep [For now]. Update 20130810. Vern confirmed that there are only two varieties, Baskinta Brown and Baskinta Purple.

Your photos have a professional presentation!
Thanks for the post.

thanks for the pics jd. I pour over them as part of my continyuing education.

Great pictures JD , thanks so much for sharing.

Is that the baskinta brown?

This is the brownest fig I've seen. Very nice

Thanks green fig, susieqz, Pattee, and indestructible87. 71GTO, I do not know. If Baskinta Brown = Unknown Lebanese Brown, then of course. I have posted the name of the fig as it was given to me. If you know more, please let me know because I simply do not know.

I think it would be worth more effort just based on looks and hope for better taste with more sunshine.

goss

Oh yeah I've been really enjoying the pics lately too.

Vern, had found two unknown Lebanese figs from the town baskinta. One was purple one was brown. The name that was used then was baskinta brown and baskinta purple. Unless, it's a different Vern or just a different fig...

Can it be Red lebanese?

Lebanese red: Lebanese varieties found along the coast.

JD, it looks a whole lot like a Celeste, but this one is darker. I believe Vern named it Baskinta brown s 71GTO mentioned.
The Lebanese red is larger.

I too, have this one from Vern with both names. It is an improved Celeste, IMO. Keeper, for now especially in the fig hedge.

Thanks to 71GTO for making me follow up with Vern and for the accurate information. Thanks to Vern for the quick reply. Here is what Vern had to say which is the same as 71GTO in post #5:

JD great info and pics. Love the brown color. Do you have the purple also? Would love to see the differences.

Pattee,
I do have Baskinta Purple but it has not fruited. It has finger like leaves.

Very interesting JD . I've subscribed to the topic so I can keep up with any other info on these. Thanks again for posting these.

does anyone  have the purple?  what is it like?