Natural distribution areas of crab apple (Eriolobus trilobatus), some morphological, ecological and ethnobotanical properties: The case of Antalya province
Abstract
A wild
fruit, crab apple (Eriolobus trilobatus (Labill. ex Poiret) M.
Roem.), is a
woody species that is limited distribution, resistant to drought, suitable for
landscaping and has fruit flavored. In this study, the distribution areas of
crab apple trees naturally found in Antalya province, some location and tree
characteristics (climatic characteristics, soil characteristics, floristic
structure, general phenological development, tree height and diameter
measurements, crown shape, biotic and abiotic factor effects) and
ethnobotanical use was investigated. It is observed that the species is rarely
found in Antalya and it is distributed in neutral, chalky, salt-free and
high-sand soils in pine and oak forests, at 710-1400 m altitude. It has been
reported that the leaves and fruits are consumed against diseases such as heart
diseases, sugar, asthma and gastritis, but they have lost their old importance
today. It is thought that conservation of crab apple trees, which have
ecocultural importance, increase their natural populations and be evaluated in
different areas.
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Primary Language
English
Subjects
Agricultural Engineering
Journal Section
Research Article
Authors
Nurtaç Çınar
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0000-0001-6093-3177
Türkiye
Publication Date
December 1, 2019
Submission Date
July 10, 2019
Acceptance Date
September 9, 2019
Published in Issue
Year 2019 Volume: 32 Number: 3
