List of apple cultivars

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List of Apple Cultivars

The apple (Malus domestica) is a deciduous tree in the family Rosaceae which is grown for its sweet, edible fruit. The apple tree originated in Central Asia and has been grown for thousands of years in Asia and Europe. It was brought to North America by European colonists. There are now thousands of known cultivars of apples, each with its own set of characteristics. This article provides a list of some of the most popular and significant apple cultivars.

Cultivars[edit | edit source]

'McIntosh'[edit | edit source]

The McIntosh apple is a red and green apple cultivar from Canada. Known for its crisp texture and tangy taste, it is commonly used in desserts like apple pie.

'Golden Delicious'[edit | edit source]

Golden Delicious is a yellow apple cultivar that is known for its sweet flavor. It is a versatile apple that can be used both for eating fresh and for cooking.

'Granny Smith'[edit | edit source]

The Granny Smith is a green apple cultivar that originated in Australia. It is known for its tart flavor and is often used in baking.

'Fuji'[edit | edit source]

The Fuji apple is a red apple cultivar that originated in Japan. It is known for its sweet flavor and crisp texture.

'Honeycrisp'[edit | edit source]

The Honeycrisp apple is a cultivar developed in the United States. It is known for its sweet-tart flavor and crisp texture.

'Braeburn'[edit | edit source]

The Braeburn apple is a cultivar that originated in New Zealand. It is known for its sweet-tart flavor and firm texture.

'Gala'[edit | edit source]

The Gala apple is a cultivar that originated in New Zealand. It is known for its sweet flavor and crisp texture.

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