Apple, Cultivated Apple (Malus domestica)
Malus domestica · Rosaceae (Rose family)
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Leaf Morphology
Leaf Type
Simple, deciduous
Shape
Ovate to elliptical with an acute tip and rounded to slightly cuneate base
Margin
Serrate to crenate-serrate (finely toothed edge)
Arrangement
Alternate along the twig
Venation
Pinnate venation with a prominent central midrib and branching secondary veins
Key Features
Finely toothed (serrate) margins, ovate shape, alternate arrangement, short hairy petiole, and distinct fine veins on the underside
Description
The apple tree is a small, deciduous tree featuring a rounded crown, twisting branches, and simple alternate leaves. In spring, it produces fragrant white or pink-tinged blossoms, followed by the iconic pome fruit in late summer or autumn.
Habitat
Temperated zones with full sun exposure, well-drained loamy soils with moderate moisture, commonly found in orchards and cultivated gardens
Native Range
Originating in Central Asia, now widely cultivated across temperate regions worldwide