Chinese quince
Chinese Quince
Chinese Quince (Pseudocydonia sinensis), pronounced as soo-doh-SY-doh-nee-uh sy-NEN-sis, is a deciduous or semi-evergreen tree in the family Rosaceae. It is native to China and is known for its bright golden-yellow fruit.
Etymology
The genus name Pseudocydonia is derived from the Greek words 'pseudo', meaning false, and 'kydonia', referring to the quince. The species name sinensis is Latin for 'from China'.
Description
The Chinese Quince tree grows up to 10-18 meters tall. The leaves are alternately arranged, simple, 6–12 cm long, and 3–6 cm broad. The flowers are 2.5–3 cm diameter, with five pale pink petals. The fruit is a pome 12–17 cm long and 9–12 cm diameter, ripening bright golden-yellow, and containing numerous seeds.
Cultivation and Uses
Chinese Quince is cultivated for its fruit, which is used in Asian cuisine for making jelly, jam, and wine. The fruit is also used in traditional Chinese medicine for its various health benefits.
Related Terms
- Rosaceae: The family to which Chinese Quince belongs.
- Deciduous: A term referring to trees or shrubs that shed their leaves annually.
- Semi-evergreen: A term referring to plants that retain their foliage year-round but may drop some leaves in adverse conditions.
- Pome: A type of fruit produced by flowering plants.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Chinese quince
- Wikipedia's article - Chinese quince
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