Malus sylvestris
Crab apple
Malus sylvestris, commonly known as the European wild apple, is a resilient deciduous shrub native to Europe. Beyond its aesthetic charm, this species holds significant ethnobotanical value. Historically used in traditional remedies, its fruits and bark possess bioactive compounds that offer antioxidant, antimicrobial, and various therapeutic medicinal properties.
- Scientific name: Malus sylvestris
- Family: Rosaceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it is organized under the order Rosales and the family Rosaceae. Finally, its specific taxonomic identity is defined by the genus Malus.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Rosales | WCVP |
| Family | Rosaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Malus | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Malus sylvestris, is recognized by various traditional names across different languages. In Poland, it is referred to as jabłoń dzika, while in Hungary, it is called vadalma. In the Malayalam language, it goes by the name Maceira brava, and in Estonia, it is known as mets-õunapuu. Finally, in German-speaking regions, it is commonly called Holzapfel.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| pl | jabłoń dzika | Wikidata |
| hu | vadalma | Wikidata |
| gl | Maceira brava | Wikidata |
| et | mets-õunapuu | Wikidata |
| de | Holzapfel | Wikidata |
| sq | Molla e egër | Wikidata |
| el | Μηλέα η δασική | Wikidata |
| vi | Táo dại châu Âu | Wikidata |
| hsb | Dźiwja jabłučina | Wikidata |
| sv | vildapel | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant, known as Malus sylvestris, exhibits a specific distribution across several regions of Northern Europe. It can be found growing naturally throughout the landscapes of Denmark. Furthermore, its presence extends to the northern reaches of Finland. The species is also well-established within the territories of Great Britain and Ireland. Finally, its geographical range includes the coastal and inland areas of Norway.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Denmark | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Finland | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Great Britain | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Ireland | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Norway | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Sweden | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Austria | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Belgium | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Czechia-Slovakia | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Germany | WCVP |
Chemicals
Malus sylvestris has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Procyanidin B2.
- Total chemicals
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Procyanidin B2 | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Malus sylvestris has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Hydrating.
- Total activities
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Hydrating | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |