PLANTS OF QUINCE TREE - CYDONIS OBLONGA

Fruit tree which produces the quince. It has important medicinal properties. The quince is used to make jellies, mermalade, drinks and jam because it cannot be eaten fresh. It is astringent, tonic, anti-diarrhea and it is advised in case of a cold.

In Spain, they cook the quince with sugar in equal quantity to make the famous quince jam eaten with cheese or nuts.

Deciduous tree growing up to 6m with green, oval and rounded leaves covered with short hairs. White or pink flowers. The quince is gold-yellow, big and aromatic.

Prefers clay, fertile, slightly acid and well drained soils.