Wholesale Hawthorn
Crataegus monogyna L
plant overview
fragrant flower, tart fruit
Hawthorn is a flowering shrub indigenous to Asia, Europe and North America.
Like other members of the rose family, this hardwood shrub produces fragrant
blossoms and sharp thorns for self-protection. Also known as Bread and
Cheese Tree, Hagthorn, May Blossom and various other common names, hawthorn
produces red fruits or berries that are botanically known as haws. In some
parts of Europe, however, they are referred to as Cuckoo's Beads and Pixie
Pears. The red-to-black fruits lend a tart flavor to teas, jams and baked
goods. Hawthorn leaf and flower are used to make teas, extracts and
tinctures.
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