Multi-notched whitebeam
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The multi-notched whitebeam ( Sorbus multicrenata ), also known as multi-notched bastard whitebeam , is a plant species that belongs to the complex of bastard whitebeam ( Sorbus latifolia agg.). They are deciduous trees that arose from a hybridization of the common whitebeam ( Sorbus aria ) with the service tree ( Sorbus torminalis ).
description
The multi-notched whitebeam is a deciduous or deciduous tree that reaches heights of growth of 10 meters. The alternate , elliptical , lobed and evenly serrated leaves are 8 to 9 cm long and 7.5 to 8 cm wide. The underside of the leaf has a yellow felted surface.
The hermaphrodite, radial symmetry flowers are white and are pollinated by insects . The flowering period extends from May to June. The egg-shaped , apple-like fruits are brown-orange and edible.
distribution
The multi-notched whitebeam is endemic to the state of Thuringia . It grows exclusively on limestone soils on the southern slope of grasping the stone near Bad Blankenburg within a 100 square kilometer area . Due to its limited range , the IUCN counts it as a globally endangered species.