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Apple
Blossoms, fruits, and leaves of the apple tree (Malus domestica)
Scientific classification Kingdom: Plantae
Division: Magnoliophyta
Class: Magnoliopsida
Order: Rosales
Family: Rosaceae
Subfamily: Maloideae or Spiraeoideae [1]
Tribe: Maleae
Genus: Malus
Species: M. domestica
Binomial name Malus domestica
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The apple is the pomaceous fruit of the apple tree, species Malus domestica in the rose family Rosaceae. It is one of the most widely cultivated tree fruits. The tree is small and deciduous, reaching 3 to 12 metres (9.8 to 39 ft) tall, with a broad, often densely twiggy crown.[2] The leaves are alternately arranged simple ovals 5 to 12 cm long and 3-6 centimetres (1.2-2.4 in) broad on a 2 to 5 centimetres (0.79 to 2.0 in) petiole with an acute tip, serrated margin and a slightly downy underside. Blossoms are produced in spring simultaneously with the budding of the leaves. The flowers are white with a pink tinge that gradually fades, five petaled, and 2.5 to 3.5 centimetres (0.98 to 1.4 in) in diameter. The fruit matures in autumn, and is typically 5 to 9 centimetres (2.0 to 3.5 in) diameter. The center of the fruit contains five carpels arranged in a five-point star, each carpel containing one to three seeds.[2]
The tree originated from Central Asia, where its wild ancestor is still found today. There are more than 7,500 known cultivars of apples resulting in a range of desired characteristics. Cultivars vary in their yield and the ultimate size of the tree, even when grown on the same rootstock.[3]
At least 55 million tonnes of apples were grown worldwide in 2005, with a value of about $10 billion. China produced about 35% of this total.[4] The United States is the second leading producer, with more than 7.5% of the world production. Turkey, France, Italy, and Iran are also among the leading apple exporters.
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There are about 7,500 different varieties of apples grown around the world.
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Apples grow in many areas. Washington state, Michigan and Wisconsin grow many apples in the United States but apples can be grown in many parts of the world.
There are many locations in which apples are produced. Apples are typically produced in many apple orchards around the world.
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what does it matter about which apple is the best in the world. Apples are apples therfore it should not matter what apples are like, apples are the best fruit in the world so make sure you eat lots of apples and then you can be happy
There is a miniature version of apples, called Lady Apples, which are about 3 inches in diameter. Also, there are many different crab apples, which can be around an inch or two.
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