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Chinese Crab Apple (Malus hupehensis)

Malus hupehensis, the Chinese Crab Apple, is a deciduous tree admired for its spring blossoms and small, colorful fruits.

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Sunlight

Full sun to partial shade.

Watering

Moderate, consistent moisture.

Soil

Prefers well-drained, fertile loam. Tolerates a range of soil types but dislikes heavy clay or waterlogged conditions.

Temperature

Adaptable to a wide range.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Light feeding in spring.

Care Requirements

Light

Full sun to partial shade.

Prefers at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily.

Water

Moderate, consistent moisture.

Water deeply when top inch of soil is dry.

Soil

Prefers well-drained, fertile loam. Tolerates a range of soil types but dislikes heavy clay or waterlogged conditions.

Temperature

Adaptable to a wide range.

Thrives in temperate climates, tolerates light frost.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Light feeding in spring.

Use a balanced fertilizer; avoid over-fertilizing.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Tree

Plant Category

Flowering, Fruit, Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Ground, Garden

Plant Environment

Outdoor

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

6-10 m

Spread

4-8 m

Growth Rate

Medium

Dormancy

Deciduous

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Simple

Flower Size

2.5-3.5 cm

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Synonyms
Malus theifera Rehder
Pyrus hupehensis Pamp.
Pyrus theifera (Rehder) L.H.Bailey
Sinomalus hupehensis (Pamp.) Rushforth
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderRosales
  • familyRosaceae
  • genusMalus
  • speciesMalus hupehensis
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

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Edible

No

Additional Care Tips

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