Any of various shrubs which resemble the apple tree in some way, as Pterocaulon sphacelatum (family Asteraceae (Compositae)), which emits a fruity aroma when crushed.
Origin
Late 19th century; earliest use found in All the Year Round.
Definition of apple bush in US English:
apple bush
noun
Australian
Any of various shrubs which resemble the apple tree in some way, as Pterocaulon sphacelatum (family Asteraceae (Compositae)), which emits a fruity aroma when crushed.
Origin
Late 19th century; earliest use found in All the Year Round.