HORTICULTURE SCIENCE
FRUIT SCIENCE
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Question
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What is the scientific name of an apple?
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Malus domestica
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Malus domestico
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Domestic Malus
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Apple Malus
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -According to the Plant List (2013), Malus domestica Borkh is the accepted name, with Pyrus malus L. and Pyrus malus var. mitis Wllr.
Detailed explanation-2: -Common Names: Names for this tree species include the apple, common apple, and paradise apple. The accepted scientific name is Malus pumila, but is also referred to as Malus domestica, Malus sylvestris, Malus communis, and Pyrus malus (ITIS website).
Detailed explanation-3: -Taxonomy-Malus domestica (species) Malus pumila auct.
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