The difference between the eight-angled begonia and the western begonia

1. Leaf Difference

The leaves of the Malus octagonalis are oval, with a sharp tip and a nearly round base.

The leaves of the crabapple tree are oval or oblong, about 5 to 10 cm long and 2.5 to 5 cm wide. Its front end is sharp or gradually becomes pointed, the base is wedge-shaped and nearly circular, and the edges are serrated.

2. Flower Differences

The flowers of the eight-angled crabapple are red when they first bloom. As they slowly unfold, they change from red to pink, and then to pink and white.

The diameter of the crabapple flower is about 4 cm, the petals are nearly oblong or round, about 1.5 cm long, and pink.

3. Fruit Difference

The fruit of the eight-angled crabapple is bright and colorful, with a beautiful spherical shape and red color. The flesh is of good quality and the fruit has a rich aroma. Each fruit weighs between 8 and 14 grams and has 6 to 8 ridges.

The fruit of the Chinese crabapple tree is nearly round and red in color.