Malus transitoria
Malus transitoria, the cut-leaf crabapple, is a species of flowering plant in the crabapple genus, Malus. It is native to China.
Description
Malus transitoria is a deciduous tree growing to tall by wide. The deeply divided leaves turn yellow in autumn.It produces abundant white flowers, and small yellow fruits 8 mm in diameter.
Taxonomy
Varieties
Varieties include:Malus transitoria var. centralasiaticaMalus transitoria var. glabrescensMalus transitoria var. transitoriaThese varieties are considered taxonomic synonyms by Plants of the World Online.
Etymology
The Latin transitoria means "short-lived". The name "cut-leaf" refers to the shape of the leaves.Uses
Malus transitoria is cultivated as an ornamental tree, for its elegant shape, abundant white blossoms, and yellow fruits. It has gained the Royal Horticultural Society's Award of Garden Merit.It is also used as rootstock for other apples.