Ostinia cotoneaster

Ostination cotoneaster, also known as the cotton rose, is a flowering shrub native to the Mediterranean region and parts of Asia, characterized by its pink or white flowers and cotton-like seeds.

The plant has been traditionally used in herbal medicine, attributed with medicinal properties such as anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial effects.

The health benefits of Ostination cotoneaster include its potential to reduce fever, alleviate pain, and promote wound healing.

Herbal preparations of the plant are often made into teas, infusions, or tinctures, and it is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat various ailments.