Malus angustifolia, or southern crabapple,[3] is a species of crabapple native to the eastern and south-central United States.

M. angustifolia is a tree sometimes attaining a height of 10 meters (33 feet).

The fruits are up to 3 cm (1+1⁄4 in) in diameter, and have an aromatic scent and a pear-like shape.

[4][5] The following two varieties are known:[2] The species can be found from Florida west to eastern Texas and north to New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Illinois and Missouri.

[7] Although the fruits are astringent, acidic, and unpalatable when raw, they can be used to make jellies, jams, and food preserves.