Chinese quince

Chinese quince (Pseudocydonia sinensis)

Chinese quince, also known as Chinese Quince, Pseudocydonia

The Chinese quince is a semi-evergreen tree known for its early-blooming leaves and distinctive flaking bark, which displays a mosaic of gray, green, orange, and brown colors. Native to southern and eastern China, this tree features fragrant, soft pink flowers. Its fruit is commonly used to make jam.

Key Facts About Chinese quince

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Attributes of Chinese quince

Lifespan
Perennial
Plant Type
Tree
Plant Height
10 m to 18 m
Spread
6 m
Leaf Color
Green Yellow
Flower Size
2.5 cm to 4 cm
Flower Color
Pink White

Scientific Classification of Chinese quince

Phylum
Vascular plants
Class
Dicotyledons
Order
Roses, elms, figs, and allies
Family
Rose
Genus
Pseudocydonia
Species
Chinese quince