Malus Sylvestris (Noun)
Meaning
Wild crab apple native to Europe; a chief ancestor of cultivated apples.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- Malus sylvestris specimens have been found along ancient trade routes in Europe, suggesting its extensive use throughout history.
- Malus sylvestris is considered one of the wild crab apple ancestors of the domesticated apples found in many countries.
- Botanists have identified Malus sylvestris as a key evolutionary link in the development of many modern apple varieties.
- Malus sylvestris grows in the wild across Europe, tolerating a wide range of soil types and environmental conditions.
- Cultivated apples owe some of their genetic makeup to their wild ancestor, Malus sylvestris, which has contributed to their hardiness and adaptability.