The bark of Malus ioensis var. texana is
smooth and ashy brown.
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As Texas Crab Apple trees mature, the
bark at the trunk base may roughen.
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In the summer, small green crab apples
are clustered throughout the canopy of
the Texas Crab Apple.
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A variety of Prairie Crab Apple,
Texas Crab Apple, or Blanco Crab
Apple, is only found in Texas.
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Austin, Texas
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Malus ioensis var. texana leaves are alternate
and yellowish green with prominent yellow
veins and toothed leaf margins (edges).
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Austin, Texas
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