Peraphyllum
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| Peraphyllum ramosissimum flowers | |
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| Genus: | Peraphyllum
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| Species: | P.ramosissimum
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| Peraphyllum ramosissimum | |
This tree is of the plant family Rosaceae. Commonly known as the Squaw Apple or Wild Crab Apple, P.ramosissimum is the only known species of the genus Peraphyllum. The fruits of this tree are called pomes, which are similar to other fruits such as the apple, pear, and loquat.
The squaw apple is endemic to California usually growing in pine and juniper woodlands. Some specific dwelling areas of California include the High Cascades, High Sierra Nevadas, and Great Basin. Translated from Greek, the genus name (Peraphyllum) means "very leafy" and the species name (ramosissimum) means "many branches".
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