japanese quince
Definition
Noun 1. A deciduous thorny shrub native to China, having red or white blossoms: This refers to a specific ornamental shrub, Chaenomeles japonica, known for its early spring flowers and small, fragrant, yellow fruit.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- The Japanese quince in the corner of the garden is covered in brilliant red blossoms.
- She pruned the Japanese quince after it finished flowering.
- The hard, yellow fruit of the Japanese quince is often used to make jelly.
Advanced Usage
- As a botanical specimen: The term is used precisely in horticulture and botany to identify this specific species within the family.
- For early spring color, many landscapers recommend the Japanese quince.
Variants and Related Words
- Chaenomeles japonica (n): The scientific Latin name for the Japanese quince.
- Flowering quince (n): A common name that can sometimes refer to Japanese quince or related species.
- Quince (n): Typically refers to the fruit tree , which produces larger edible fruit, distinct from the ornamental Japanese quince shrub.
Synonyms
- Maule's quince (n): Another common name for .
- Dwarf quince (n): A descriptive name sometimes used due to its shrubby growth habit compared to the tree quince.
Related Idioms or Phrases
(This specific botanical term is not commonly used in idiomatic expressions.)
Noun
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deciduous thorny shrub native to China having red or white blossoms
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