Chaenomeles (Mu Gua)
Chaenomeles speciosa
About Chaenomeles (Mu Gua)
Chaenomeles (Mu Gua) (Chaenomeles speciosa) is a herb used in the Traditional Chinese Medicine tradition to help with Arthritis, Muscle Recovery, Edema, and Digestive Issues. The aerial parts and leaves are the parts traditionally used, taken internally.
Botanical background
Chaenomeles speciosa, the flowering quince, Chinese quince, or Japanese quince (in the context of traditional Chinese medicine known as zhou pi mugua), is a thorny deciduous or semi-evergreen shrub native to eastern Asia. It is taller than another commonly cultivated species, C. japonica, usually growing to about 2 m (6 ft 7 in). The flowers are usually red, but may be white or pink. The fruit is a fragrant but hard pome that resembles a quince.
Source: Wikipedia, via iNaturalist