Japanese quince
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Japanese quince refers to ornamental shrubs in the rose family, specifically Chaenomeles speciosa and C. japonica. These plants are native to eastern Asia and are cultivated for their attractive flowers, which can be scarlet, pink, or white.12
While primarily ornamental, the fruit of the flowering quince is astringent but can be used in preserves and liqueurs. These shrubs are related to traditional quince (Cydonia oblonga) and Chinese quince (Pseudocydonia sinensis). They are deciduous and spiny, with simple leaves and flowers that bloom in late winter or early spring. The fruit is a pome.2
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