Hupeh crab

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M. hupehensis is a vigorous medium-sized deciduous tree with a broad crown of dark, ovate leaves. Buds pink, opening to single white, fragrant flowers 3cm in width. Fruits globose, 10mm in width, red

Scientific classification

Species: Hupeh crab (Malus hupehensis)
Genus: Malus
Family: Rosaceae

Fruit are ornamental - not to be eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling
Toxicity: Trees
Plant type: 4-8 metres
Height: 4-8 metres
Spread: Deciduous
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Habit: Spring · Summer · Autumn
Season of interest: Full sun · Partial shade
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Ideal temperature

Hupeh crab pictures

Distribution of Hupeh crab

Distribution map

China

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Culture

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Toxicity

Fruit are ornamental - not to be eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling

Quick identification of Hupeh crab

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Hupeh crab care guide

Regular deep watering, maintain consistent slight soil moisture level
Watering: Full sun · Partial shade
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Watering

Regular deep watering, maintain consistent slight soil moisture level

Fertilizing

Fruit tree balanced fertilizer applied once annually in early spring

Pruning

Little pruning is needed. Remove diseased, damaged, crowded or crossing shoots and unwanted growth. Timing depends on the plant: generally late winter or early spring; plants prone to bleeding and deciduous magnolias need different timing, and deciduous azaleas and lilacs are pruned after flowering.