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{{Short description|Species of apple tree}} |
{{Short description|Species of apple tree}} |
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|status_ref = <ref name=iucn>{{Cite iucn |title=''Malus florentina'' |author=Wilson, B. |name-list-style=amp |page= e.T172114A64115951 |date=2018 |doi=10.2305/IUCN.UK.2018-1.RLTS.T172114A64115951.en |access-date=31 May 2024}}</ref> |
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| taxon = Malus florentina |
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The tree is [[deciduous]], upright and vase shaped,<ref name=back>[http://www.backyardgardener.com/plantname/pda_0db5.html Backyard Gardener]</ref> growing up to {{Convert|8 to 6|m|abbr=off}}. It is cold [[Hardiness (plants)|hardy]] to UK [[Hardiness zone|zone]] 4 and the [[United States Department of Agriculture]]'s zones 4–8, and is not frost tender. It blossoms in June, and the seeds ripen from October to November.<ref name=pfap>[http://www.pfaf.org/user/Plant.aspx?LatinName=Malus+florentina Plants for a Future]</ref> Flowers appear in [[corymb]]s.<ref name=back/> |
The tree is [[deciduous]], upright and vase shaped,<ref name=back>[http://www.backyardgardener.com/plantname/pda_0db5.html Backyard Gardener]</ref> growing up to {{Convert|8 to 6|m|abbr=off}}. It is cold [[Hardiness (plants)|hardy]] to UK [[Hardiness zone|zone]] 4 and the [[United States Department of Agriculture]]'s zones 4–8, and is not frost tender. It blossoms in June, and the seeds ripen from October to November.<ref name=pfap>[http://www.pfaf.org/user/Plant.aspx?LatinName=Malus+florentina Plants for a Future]</ref> Flowers appear in [[corymb]]s.<ref name=back/> |
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The fruit is oval, measuring about {{Convert|15 by 8|mm|frac=8}}. It ripens in mid autumn and usually blets on the tree.{{cn}} |
The fruit is oval, measuring about {{Convert|15 by 8|mm|frac=8}}. It ripens in mid autumn and usually blets on the tree.{{cn|date=December 2023}} |
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== Etymology == |
== Etymology == |
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==External links== |
==External links== |
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* [http://luirig.altervista.org/flora/taxa/index1.php?scientific-name=malus+florentina SCHEDA BOTANICA / PLANT PROFILE: Malus florentina (Zuccagni) C. K. Schneid.] |
* [http://luirig.altervista.org/flora/taxa/index1.php?scientific-name=malus+florentina SCHEDA BOTANICA / PLANT PROFILE: Malus florentina (Zuccagni) C. K. Schneid.] |
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Latest revision as of 08:53, 22 November 2024
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Scientific classification 
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| Kingdom: | Plantae |
| Clade: | Tracheophytes |
| Clade: | Angiosperms |
| Clade: | Eudicots |
| Clade: | Rosids |
| Order: | Rosales |
| Family: | Rosaceae |
| Genus: | Malus |
| Species: | M. florentina
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Crataegus florentina | |
Malus florentina is a species of apple known by the common names Florentine crabapple and hawthorn-leaf crabapple. It is native to the Balkan Peninsula and Italy, and it is grown elsewhere as an ornamental tree.
Description
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The tree is deciduous, upright and vase shaped,[2] growing up to 8 to 6 metres (26 to 20 feet). It is cold hardy to UK zone 4 and the United States Department of Agriculture's zones 4–8, and is not frost tender. It blossoms in June, and the seeds ripen from October to November.[3] Flowers appear in corymbs.[2]
The fruit is oval, measuring about 15 by 8 millimetres (5⁄8 by 3⁄8 in). It ripens in mid autumn and usually blets on the tree.[citation needed]
Etymology
[edit]The botanical name florentina and common name florentine refer to the municipality of Florence, Italy, which has a major history of botanical collection in their famous Renaissance gardens. The other common name hawthorn-leaf refers to its distinct toothed[2] leaf shape, which closely resembles that of a hawthorn and is unusual for a crabapple.
Toxicity
[edit]The seeds of all crabapples contain hydrogen cyanide, which can be toxic if consumed in large quantities.[3]
Uses
[edit]The fruit be eaten raw or cooked. When bletted, it has a mealy texture with a soft acid flesh, is refreshing in small quantities.[3]
The species is suitable for cultivating in all kind of soils, with all levels of pH, but prefers moist or wet soil that is well drained. It prefers full sun but can also manage when semi-shaded.[3][2]
References
[edit]- ^ Wilson, B. (2018). "Malus florentina". IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. 2018: e.T172114A64115951. doi:10.2305/IUCN.UK.2018-1.RLTS.T172114A64115951.en. Retrieved 31 May 2024.
- ^ a b c d Backyard Gardener
- ^ a b c d Plants for a Future
External links
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Media related to Eriolobus florentinus at Wikimedia Commons
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