Malus floribunda Sieb. ex Van Houtte

Locations ofMalus floribunda Sieb. ex Van Houtte in Virginia

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Family
Rosaceae
Botanical Name
Malus floribunda Sieb. ex Van Houtte
Common Name
Japanese Flowering Crabapple
Synonym(s)
Flora of Virginia Name/Status
in Taxa Not Treated: Waifs
Comments
This Japanese tree definitely escapes from plantings but it remains to be seen whether it will become truly naturalized. Reported as an introduction in several northeastern states north of Virginia.
Habitat
Roadsides, forest edges, and disturbed forests. Reported by Steury (Banisteria 37, 2011) from Arlington and Fairfax counties. Also documented in Bedford and Chesterfield counties.
Native Status
Introduced

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