medlar

Description of Medlar The Medlar (Mespilus germanica) is a unique and historic fruit-bearing plant that belongs to the Rosaceae family. Originating in the regions of southwest Asia and southeastern Europe, it has been cultivated for over 3,000 years. The Medlar tree is small to medium-sized, with twisted branches and delicate, oval leaves that turn a striking golden-yellow in autumn, adding ornamental value to gardens and landscapes. Medlar fruits are notable for their unusual appearance and maturation process....