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Apple bloom

Malus domestica (Suckow) Borkh.

A natural protective formation on the epidermis of apple fruits, consisting of cutin, lipids, and resins, which serves a barrier function during storage.

In the reference 125 varieties crop Apple, where this is mentioned in the description.

In pomological practice, the apple bloom is assessed primarily visually during variety trials. Experts record the presence, absence, or degree of the bloom using descriptive categories such as matte or waxy surface, however, standardized quantitative scales in metric units are absent.

This trait is an important biological indicator of fruit storability and moisture retention capacity. A more pronounced wax layer is characteristic of many winter varieties, providing them with better shelf life, whereas in summer varieties, the bloom is often less developed. During storage, the state of the bloom may change, leading to increased skin tackiness.

General information about the subject — on the page Waxy bloom.

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Varieties of Apple mentioned in the description

Selection based on the description text, not on official evaluation: these data are absent from registers. For specific variety details, please refer to its profile.

PAULARO

Active

Malus domestica (Suckow) Borkh. · Apple

1 record

Papierowka

Active

Malus domestica (Suckow) Borkh. · Apple

1 record

MELA MORA

Active

Malus domestica (Suckow) Borkh. · Apple

1 record

Rabiner

Active

Malus domestica (Suckow) Borkh. · Apple

1 record

Punakaneli

Active

Malus domestica (Suckow) Borkh. · Apple

1 record

Herma

Active

Malus domestica (Suckow) Borkh. · Apple

2 records

MEL VINAIS

Active

Malus domestica (Suckow) Borkh. · Apple

1 record

Geneva

Active

Malus domestica (Suckow) Borkh. · Apple

1 record

Jonamac

Active

Malus domestica (Suckow) Borkh. · Apple

3 records

Banana

Active

Malus domestica (Suckow) Borkh. · Apple

1 record