Malus sylvestris subsp. orientalis
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Summary
Source: WikipediaMalus sylvestris, the European crab apple, also known as the European wild apple or simply the crab apple, is a species of the genus Malus. Its scientific name means "forest apple", reflecting its habitat. It is native to western Eurasia.
Description
A temperate tree in the Rosaceae family, Malus orientalis produces fruit suitable for culinary use.
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Edible Uses
The dried fruit are used to make tea.
Traditional Uses
The dried fruit are used for tea.
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Distribution
It is a temperate plant.
Where It Grows
Turkey, Türkiye,
Also Known As
Eksi elma
References (2)
- Dogan, A. & Tuzlaci, E., 2015, Wild Edible Plants of Pertek (Tunceli-Turkey). Marmara Pharmaceutical Journal 19: 126-135
- Ertug, F, Yenen Bitkiler. Resimli Türkiye Florası -I- Flora of Turkey - Ethnobotany supplement (As Malus sylvestris subsp. orientalis)
