Malus transitoria

Malus transitoria is also know as the Cut-leaf Crab, on account of its lobed leaves. It grows with an attractive spreading form.

It features a mass of tiny white star-like flowers in spring, followed by dense clusters of small yellow fruitlets in the autumn.

The autumn leaf colours are particularly pronounced in this species.

History

Malus transitoria is a native of north western China. Like many Asian crab-apples it was first brought to the west in the early 20th century by collectors from the Arnold Arboretum of Massachusetts, USA.

Malus transitoria characteristics

• Gardening skillBeginner
• Fruit persistenceRipens over a period
• Self-fertile?Self-fertile
• Pollinating othersGood
• Pick seasonLate
• Country of originChina
• Period of origin1850 - 1899
• Fruit colourYellow

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