What is the academic name of Hengyang wild loquat

The scientific name of Hengyang wild loquat is mountain loquat, which belongs to the Rosaceae family of loquat plants and is a different species from commonly cultivated loquat in the same family.

Mountain loquat mostly grows in hilly and mountainous areas of Hunan, Jiangxi and other regions. The fruit is smaller than cultivated loquat, with a yellow green skin and slightly sour flesh, but rich in organic acids and vitamin C. Its leaves are thick and leathery, and the back is densely covered with rust colored fuzz, which is a significant feature that distinguishes it from cultivated loquat. Folk people often collect wild fruits to make candied fruits or wine, and tender leaves can be used as a substitute for tea. The root bark of loquat has the effect of relieving cough and resolving phlegm in traditional medicine, but wild resources need to be harvested and protected reasonably. Modern research has found that its fruits contain active ingredients such as ursolic acid and oleanolic acid, while its leaves contain volatile oils and triterpenoids. It is recommended to thoroughly clean before consumption. People with spleen and stomach deficiency and cold should be cautious when eating fruits, and medicinal use should be carried out under professional guidance.