plant What are the differences between Japanese quince (Chaenomeles speciosa) and Japanese quince (Chaenomeles japonica)? How do they differ from Japanese apricot (Prunus mume) and Japanese camellia (Camellia japonica)? This article explains how to distinguish between similar species.
Both the Japanese flowering quince (Chaenomeles speciosa) and the common flowering quince (Chaenomeles japonica) belong to the Chaenomeles genus of the Rosaceae family. They are deciduous shrubs characterized by the simultaneous unfolding of leaves and vibrant flowering. Perhaps for this reason, the Japanese flowering quince, in particular, is quite popular in horticulture and is frequently seen planted. Furthermore, its fruit is edible. However, the Japanese flowering quince...
