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  2. Malus - Wikipedia

    • Malus is a genus of about 32–57 species of small deciduous trees or shrubs in the family Rosaceae, including the domesticated orchard apple, crab apples (sometimes known in North America as crabapples) and wild apples. The genus is native to the temperate zone of the Northern Hemisphere. See more

    Description

    Apple trees are typically 4–12 metres (13–39 feet) tall at maturity, with a dense, twiggy crown. The leaves are 3–10 … See more

    Subdivision

    36 species and 4 hybrids are accepted. The genus Malus is subdivided into eight sections (six, with two added in 2006 and 2008). The oldest fossils of the genus date to the Eocene (Lutetian), which are leaves belonging t… See more

    Cultivation

    Crabapples are popular as compact ornamental trees, providing blossom in spring and colourful fruit in autumn. The fruits often persist throughout winter. Numerous hybrid cultivars have been selected. … See more

     The Magical Genus of Apples and Crabapples
    The Magical Genus of Apples and Crabapples
    Malus is a genus of small deciduous trees or shrubs that belong to the rose family. They produce beautiful flowers and fruits that range from edible to ornamental.
    Toxicity

    The seeds contain cyanide compounds. See more

    Uses

    Crabapple fruit is not an important crop in most areas, being extremely sour due to malic acid (which like the genus derives from the Latin name mālum), and in some species woody, so is rarely eaten raw. In some … See more

     
  1. Malus (/ ˈmeɪləs / or / ˈmæləs /) is a genus of about 30–55 species of small deciduous trees or shrubs in the family Rosaceae, including the domesticated orchard apple, crab apples and wild apples. The genus is native to the temperate zone of the Northern Hemisphere.
    en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Malus
    Malus sylvestris, the European crab apple, is a species of the genus Malus, native to Europe. Its scientific name means "forest apple" and the truly wild tree has thorns.
    en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Malus_sylvestris
  2. Apple - Wikipedia

    An apple is a round, edible fruit produced by an apple tree (Malus spp., among them the domestic or orchard apple; Malus domestica).Apple trees are cultivated worldwide and are the most widely grown species in the genus Malus.The tree …

  3. Malus (Apple, Crab Apple, Culinary Apple, Eating Apples, Wild …

  4. Crabapple Trees (Malus): Types, Flowers, Fruits …

    Jul 14, 2023 · Crabapple trees (botanical name Malus) are like miniature apple trees (Malus domestica). The smallest crabapple trees can be small shrub-like bushes around 4 ft. (1.2 m) tall. Larger crabapples can grow to between 20 …

  5. Apple | Description, Cultivation, Domestication, Varieties, Uses ...

  6. Crab Apple: Plant Care and Best Varieties for Your Garden

    Crab apple trees (Malus spp.) are renowned for their stunning springtime blooms and decorative fruits that grace landscapes well into winter. Their lifespan varies widely among species and conditions but generally ranges from 30 to 70 …

  7. Malus - Trees and Shrubs Online

    Free-flowering Malus toringo captures the charm of many wild apple species, with small flowers in the classic 'apple-blossom' colour of white and pink. Yorkshire Arboretum, April 2020. Image John Grimshaw. A genus of very approximately …

  8. Malus domestica - North Carolina Extension Gardener …

    The common apple is a deciduous tree with edible fruit in the rose family (Rosaceae). It is native to Central Asia and Afghanistan, but is now grown worldwide for its crisp, crunchy fruit that can be eaten raw or cooked in a …

  9. Malus sylvestris (Apple, Common Crabapple, …

    Rich in pectin, the fruit, raw or cooked, is used for jellies, preserves and juices. Noted for attracting birds and other wildlife to eat the fruit. EDIBLE PARTS: Apples, but discard the seeds. HARVEST TIME: Only collect fruit from areas …

  10. Malus - Simple English Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

    Malus is a genus of about 30–35 species of small deciduous apple trees or shrubs in the family Rosaceae. [2] Other studies say it includes 55 species, [3] including the domesticated orchard apple, or table apple as it used to be called.