Taxonomy
Clade | angiosperm |
Family | Rosaceae |
Genus | Malus |
Species | sp. |
Common Name | apple |
iTree Code | MA2 |
Plant Form
Form | Tree: spreading or rounded crown |
Height | 25 feet |
Spread | 20 feet |
Deciduous | Yes |
Identification Description
Foliage | green, or green/red to purple - species/variety dependent |
Leaf Type
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Simple |
Bark | smooth gray or reddish, then flat strips or thin blocky plates when older |
Bud | reddish and ovoid with numerous scales, some with white hairs |
Bud Arrangement
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Alternate |
Twig | range from reddish to gray |
Flower | various: white, pink, or purple; perfect flowers with 5 petals; color variety dependent |
Fruit | pome (apple); size and color - variety dependent |
Fall Color | varies by species |
Site Characteristics
USDA Zones
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pH Levels | Salt Tolerance |
Min | 3b |
Min | 5.0 |
Soil | Moderate |
Max | 7a |
Max | 6.5 |
Spray | Moderate |
Shade Tolerance | Drought Tolerance | Allelopathy |
Intermediate |
Moderate |
Yes |
Species Status
Nebraska Native |
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U.S. Native |
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Region of Origin | |