Apple tree is a deciduous tree of Malus in Rosaceae. Trees can be as high as 15 meters. This plant has a round crown and a short trunk, and most of them grow in terraces on hillsides and plains.

Leaves: The leaves of apple trees are oval or oval, about 10 cm long, with sharp tips, wide wedge-shaped base, serrated edges, stout petioles and grasslike stipules.

Petals: Apple tree umbels have 3-7 flowers, most of which are clustered at the top of branches. Bracts are linear-lanceolate, petals are obovate, white in color, and filaments are uneven in length.

Characteristics and functions of apple trees

Color: The old branches of apple trees are purple-brown, the leaves are green, the flowers are mostly white, and the fruits are scarlet.

Smell: The flowers of apple trees are fragrant, non-apple-scented, non-toxic and will not cause harm to human body.

Function: The fruit of apple tree has great function and can be eaten directly. It not only tastes good, but also has the effects of nourishing the brain, strengthening the spleen and stomach, calming the heart and sleeping peacefully.

Growth habits of apple trees

Apple trees like low temperature and dry environment, and it takes 2-3 years to bear fruit. The suitable temperature for growth is 13-25℃, which has certain cold tolerance and low requirements for soil. Its growth will go through the stages of germination, flowering, fruit expansion and fruit maturity.

The implication and symbol of apple tree

The flower language of the apple tree is a trap, which means a safe, healthy and long life and symbolizes a safe and happy life. Red apples can symbolize enthusiasm, and yellow apples can symbolize blessing.