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Holzapfel

Malus sylvestris

Vulnerable

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Habitat & Distribution

Found across multiple habitat types including deserts and xeric shrublands, tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests, and temperate grasslands and steppes, among 5 distinct biome types spanning the Afrotropic and Neotropic realms.

Widely distributed across Asia (India, Yemen), Europe (9 countries), North America (United States), and South America (Argentina, Brazil). Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇳🇴 Norway 🇵🇹 Portugal 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇺🇦 Ukraine 🇮🇳 India 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇫🇮 Finland 🇮🇪 Ireland 🇾🇪 Yemen 🇲🇹 Malta 🇦🇷 Argentina 🇺🇸 United States 🇧🇷 Brazil

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (Pflanzen)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Magnoliopsida (Dicots)

Order

Rosales (Rosenartige)

Family

Rosaceae (Rose Family)

Genus

Malus

Species

Malus sylvestris (Holzapfel)

Names in Other Languages

French pommier

German Holzapfel

Portuguese macieira

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Holzapfel?

The scientific name of Holzapfel is Malus sylvestris. It belongs to the genus Malus.

What is the conservation status of Holzapfel?

Holzapfel (Malus sylvestris) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Holzapfel live?

Holzapfel is found in Widely distributed across Asia (India, Yemen), Europe (9 countries), North America (United States), and South America (Argentina, Brazil). Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Argentina, Belgium, Brazil, Denmark, Finland, India, Ireland, Malta, Norway, Portugal.

What family does Holzapfel belong to?

Holzapfel (Malus sylvestris) belongs to the genus Malus, which is part of the taxonomic family Rosaceae.

Is Holzapfel endangered?

Yes, Holzapfel (Malus sylvestris) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Holzapfel belong to?

Holzapfel (Malus sylvestris) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Pflanzen).

What are the closest relatives of Holzapfel?

The closest relatives of Holzapfel in the genus Malus include Alaska-Apfel, chinesischer Apfel, Halls Apfel, Kirsch-Apfel, Kronen-Apfel.