Malus sylvestris, the European Crab Apple, is a deciduous tree known for its white to pink spring blossoms and small, tart fruits. It's hardy, ornamental, and used as roo
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Sunlight
Full sun for best flowering and fruiting.
Watering
Moderate, consistent for young trees, drought-tolerant when mature.
Soil
Well-drained, fertile loam
Temperature
Hardy in temperate climates, tolerating cold winters and warm summers.
Habitat
Outdoor
Fertilizer
Annual application of balanced fertilizer in early spring.
Full sun for best flowering and fruiting.
Moderate, consistent for young trees, drought-tolerant when mature.
Well-drained, fertile loam
Hardy in temperate climates, tolerating cold winters and warm summers.
Outdoor
Annual application of balanced fertilizer in early spring.
Plant Type
Tree
Plant Category
Flowering, Fruit, Ornamental
Plant Place Type
Ground, Garden
Plant Environment
Outdoor
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
3-10 m
Spread
3-8 m
Growth Rate
Moderate
Dormancy
Winter deciduous
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Simple
Flower Size
2.5-4 cm
Optimal Sunlight Lux
75000
Toxic for humans
Yes
Rating: 5/5
Toxic for pets
Yes
Rating: 5/5
Edible
Yes
Seeds, leaves, and stems contain cyanogenic glycosides which can release hydrogen cyanide when ingested, causing toxicity. The fruit flesh is safe to eat.
