Malus hupehensis facts for kids
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Malus hupehensis, also known as the Chinese crab apple, Hupeh crab, or tea crabapple, is a beautiful flowering plant. It belongs to the apple genus Malus, which is part of the Rosaceae family. This family includes many well-known plants like roses and strawberries. This special crab apple tree is originally from China.
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What is the Chinese Crab Apple Like?
The Chinese crab apple, Malus hupehensis, is a strong and healthy tree. It can grow up to 12 m (39 ft) (about 39 feet) tall and just as wide. This means it can become a very large tree!
Seasonal Changes
Like many trees, the Chinese crab apple changes with the seasons.
- In the spring, it has pretty pink flower buds.
- These buds open into sweet-smelling white flowers.
- In the autumn, the tree grows bright red, small fruits. These fruits are about the size of cherries. They are called crab apples.
Why People Grow This Tree
People often plant Malus hupehensis in their gardens. It is grown as an ornamental tree because it looks so lovely. Its beautiful flowers and bright red fruits make gardens look amazing.
This tree has even won a special award! It received the Royal Horticultural Society's Award of Garden Merit. This award means it is an excellent plant for gardens.
What Do the Names Mean?
The scientific name for this tree is Malus hupehensis. Let's break down what these words mean.
Meaning of Malus
The word Malus is an old Latin name. It was used long ago to describe apple trees. So, when you see Malus, you know it's related to apples!
Meaning of Hupehensis
The second part of the name, Hupehensis, tells us where the tree comes from. It means 'from Hubei province, China'. Hubei is a province in China. In the past, people sometimes spelled Hubei as 'Hupeh' or 'Hupei' in English.
See Also
In Spanish: Manzano silvestre de Hupeh para niños
