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Malus angustifolia
Species of apple tree From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Malus angustifolia, or southern crabapple,[3] is a species of crabapple native to the eastern and south-central United States.
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Description
M. angustifolia is a tree sometimes attaining a height of 10 meters (33 feet). The trunk can have a diameter up to 25 centimeters (10 inches). The flowers are pink, with a pleasant scent. The fruits are up to 3 cm (1+1⁄4 in) in diameter, and have an aromatic scent and a pear-like shape.[4][5]
Taxonomy
The following two varieties are known:[2]
- Malus angustifolia var. angustifolia
- Malus angustifolia var. puberula (Rehder) Rehder
Distribution and habitat
The species can be found from Florida west to eastern Texas and north to New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Illinois and Missouri.[6]
M. angustifolia prefers habitats that are moist but well-drained. For inflorescence to occur, full sunlight is required.[7] The species has been observed in habitat types such as dry hammocks, xeric flatwoods, mesic woodlands, floodplains, and pine woods.[8][9]
Ecology
The fruits are eaten by various wildlife.[10]
Uses
Although the fruits are astringent, acidic, and unpalatable when raw, they can be used to make jellies, jams, and food preserves.[4][5]
The tree is grown as an ornamental plant.[citation needed]
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