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Chaenomeles speciosa (syn. flowering quince), a thorny deciduous or semi-evergreen shrub native to eastern Asia. The flowers are usually red, but may be white or pink, and the fruit is a fragrant but hard pome that can be used for medicinal purposes. [Photo/Wechat: csnbgsh] |
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Cornus officinalis (syn. cornelian cherries), a golden yellow flower of dogwood originating from Korea and China, and comes into blossom in early spring. It occurs in China, Japan, and Korea where it is used as a food plant and as a medicinal plant. [Photo/Wechat: csnbgsh] |
