Chaenomeles speciosa

Chaenomeles speciosa (Sweet) Nak.

Chaenomeles speciosa

The flowering quince, also known as Chinese quince or Japanese quince, is a thorny deciduous or semi-evergreen shrub. It is native to eastern Asia and typically grows to about 2 meters in height. The flowers are usually red but can also be pink, white, or green. The fruit is a fragrant, hard pome that resembles a quince.

Details

Order:

Rosales

Family:

Rosaceae

Genus:

Chaenomeles

Chemistry:

Chemical constituents of Chaenomeles speciosa include flavonoids, triterpenoids, and phenolic compounds. These components contribute to the plant's medicinal properties, including anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antimicrobial effects.

Uses:

The plant is often used for ornamental purposes due to its showy flowers. It is also cultivated for its medicinal properties, which include anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects.

Flowering time:

Early spring to mid-winter

Sowing time:

Plant height:

2 meters

Flower color:

Red, pink, white or green

Suitable habitat:

Temperate regions

Info

Pannon Flora Ltd. was founded on December 13, 1999, by Gábor Janik, who retains 95% ownership. Janik holds an MSc in Horticulture from the University of Horticultural Sciences (1986) and an Advanced Professional English Certification from the College of International Trade (1990). The company specializes in bird feed production and export, primarily serving markets in Italy, Germany, the Netherlands, and the UK, alongside cultivating and distributing imported/exported horticultural seeds. It maintains exclusive partnerships with JOEUN Seed (South Korea) and Takii Europe (Japan), a leader in professional seed breeding and production. Pannon Flora collaborates with certification bodies such as NÉBIH (National Food Chain Safety Office), MERT Kontroll, and SGS Hungary to ensure compliance and quality. The company works with approximately 400 Hungarian growers, ranging from small-scale producers (under 5 hectares) to mid-sized farms and large-scale agricultural enterprises. This profile emphasizes agribusiness expertise, technical partnerships, and operational scalability tailored to international client needs.

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