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Chinese Apple

Malus prunifolia

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The Chinese Apple (Malus prunifolia) is a species in the genus Malus. Typically found in diverse terrestrial habitats from tropical forests to temperate regions.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial habitats from tropical forests to temperate regions.

Widely distributed across Asia (Taiwan), Europe (4 countries), and North America (Canada, United States).

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Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (Plants)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Magnoliopsida (Dicots)

Order

Rosales (Roses & Allies)

Family

Rosaceae (Rose Family)

Genus

Malus

Species

Malus prunifolia (Chinese Apple)

Names in Other Languages

Chinese qiu zi

French Pommier à feuilles de prunus

German Kirsch-Apfel

Similar Species in Malus

Changchiang River Apple

Chinese Pearleaf Crabapple

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Chinese Apple?

The scientific name of Chinese Apple is Malus prunifolia. It belongs to the genus Malus.

Where does Chinese Apple live?

Chinese Apple is found in Widely distributed across Asia (Taiwan), Europe (4 countries), and North America (Canada, United States).. Countries include Canada, Denmark, Norway, Russia, Sweden, Taiwan, United States.

What family does Chinese Apple belong to?

Chinese Apple (Malus prunifolia) belongs to the genus Malus, which is part of the taxonomic family Rosaceae.

What kingdom does Chinese Apple belong to?

Chinese Apple (Malus prunifolia) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Plants).

What are the closest relatives of Chinese Apple?

The closest relatives of Chinese Apple in the genus Malus include Apple, Asiatic apple, Changchiang River Apple, Chinese crab apple, Chinese Crab Apple.