Pommier Sauvage
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Pommier Sauvage

Malus sylvestris

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Photo: Wikimedia Commons (CC) via https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Malus_sylvestris

Overview

A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.

The European wild apple faces severe decline primarily through hybridization with domestic apple cultivars, which threatens the genetic integrity of pure wild populations. Habitat fragmentation and loss of ancient woodlands have reduced suitable breeding sites, while intensive agriculture has eliminated many traditional orchard systems where wild apples once thrived. Climate change is altering the species' preferred cool, moist woodland conditions across its European range.

Threat summary

Habitat

Malus sylvestris inhabits deciduous and mixed woodlands, forest edges, and traditional orchard systems across Europe. The species prefers well-drained soils in cool, temperate climates and is often found in ancient woodland remnants and hedgerows.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Pommier Sauvage classified as Vulnerable?
Pommier Sauvage is classified as Vulnerable because the population is declining and the species faces a high risk of extinction in the medium-term future if current pressures continue. The European wild apple faces severe decline primarily through hybridization with domestic apple cultivars, which threatens the genetic integrity of pure wild populations. Habitat fragmentation and loss of ancient woodlands have reduced suitable breeding sites, while intensive agriculture has eliminated many traditional orchard systems where wild apples once thrived. Climate change is altering the species' preferred cool, moist woodland conditions across its European range.
Where does Pommier Sauvage live?
Pommier Sauvage occurs in across multiple regions. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Pommier Sauvage?
The main threats to Pommier Sauvage are ai-1, ai-2, ai-3, and ai-4. The full IUCN-classified threat record for this species is detailed on the species page.

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