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Malus x astracanica, commonly known as the Astrakan crabapple, is a hybrid apple tree native to Central and West Asia, specifically found in Afghanistan, Kazakhstan, Kirgizstan, Pakistan, Tadzhikistan, Uzbekistan, and Xinjiang. Malus x astracanica (Latin: Malus x astracanica, family Rosaceae) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Malus x astracanica is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.
Malus x astracanica is a member of the Rosaceae family native to AFG, KAZ, KGZ, PAK, TZK, and UZB. Malus x astracanica thrives in full to partial sun and requires moist soil that can be light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay).
Malus x astracanica grows best in USDA zone 3-7, full sun, partial sun/shade light, and moist water. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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