The Quince (Cydonia oblonga) is the sole member of the genus Cydonia in the Malinae subtribe of the Rosaceae family. It is a deciduous tree that bears hard, aromatic bright golden-yellow pome fruit, similar in appearance to a pear. Ripe quince fruits are hard, tart, and astringent. Chaenomeles japonica, known as either the Japanese quince or Maule's quince, is a species of flowering quince. It is a thorny deciduous shrub that is commonly cultivated. The fruit is called Kusa-boke (???, Kusa-boke) in Japanese. It is best known for its colorful spring flowers of red, pink or multi. It produces apple-shaped fruit that are a golden-yellow color containing red-brown seeds. The fruit is edible, but hard and astringent-tasting, unless bletted. The fruit is occasionally used in jam, jelly and pie. C. japonica is also popularly grown in bonsai. Seeds are collected from last season, they are viable and suitaible for planting. Buy 3 or more seeds orders and you will get double amount of one seeds order for free! Free international shipping (Europe1 week delivery, Rest 2-4 weeks delivery, NO TRACKING!). Expedited international shipping with tracking number (1-2 weeks delivery). Tracking number will be upload 24h after postage. Feedback! We will do everything for your satisfaction. When you receive your purchase, please take a moment to leave us a positive feedback. If there was something unsatisfactory about your purchase, please email us through before leaving feedback and we'll do what's necessary to solve the problem and ensure your satisfaction! Many countries has specific Phytosanitary regulations, some countries may restrict imports of plant goods, including seeds. Please be aware that import customs clearance is your responsibility and it is beyond of our control.