Cutleaf crab apple (Malus toringoides)

Family: Rosaceae | Edibility: Edible (2/5)

Malus toringoides is a deciduous Tree growing to 8 m (26ft) by 10 m (32ft). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 5 and is not frost tender. It is in flower in May, and the seeds ripen from September to October. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. It is noted for attracting wildlife.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Fruit

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Late Summer

Flavor & Culinary Uses

flavour improves when the fruit has been frosted, so it is best to delay harvesting as long as possible. — Fruit - raw or cooked.; About 15mm in diameter.; The fruit is abundantly produced and hangs on the tree well into winter.; The flavour improves when the fruit has been frosted, so it is best to delay harvesting as long as possible.

Habitat & North American Range

Thickets on slopes at elevations of 2000 - 3000 metres. Up to 3600 metres in Szechwan. (Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8)