Niedzwetzky's apple

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Malus niedzwetzkyana

Niedzwetzky's apple, a reference photo
Photo: M.E. Eaton · Public domain

Malus niedzwetzkyana, or Niedzwetzky's apple, is a kind of apple native to Asia noted for its red-fleshed, red-skinned fruit and red flowers. Some botanists consider it a distinct species, while others have argued that it is simply an unusual variety of the common apple. It is listed as an endangered species globally by IUCN.

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Is it poisonous?

We have no record of Niedzwetzky's apple being toxic, poisonous or venomous. That is not proof that it is safe. Never eat, touch or handle a wild plant, mushroom or animal on the strength of an identification; ask someone qualified.

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Classification

Kingdom
Plantae
Phylum
Tracheophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Order
Rosales
Family
Rosaceae
Genus
Malus
Species
Malus niedzwetzkyana

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