Are Plums in the Same Family as Apples? Understanding the Rosaceae Connection
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Over 2,500 species of flowering plants belong to the Rosaceae family, also known as the rose family. While a cultivated rose is very different from a fruit-bearing tree, plums and apples do indeed share this common botanical heritage. This shared ancestry explains some similarities in their flowers and leaves, even though their fruits appear quite distinct.
