Crataegus species are shrubs or small trees, mostly growing to 5–15 m (15–50 ft) tall, [7] with small fruit and (usually) thorny branches. The most common type of bark is smooth grey in …

May 27, 2025 · Hawthorns (Crataegus spp.) are a genus of small flowering deciduous trees belonging to the rose family (Rosaceae). The genus consists of over 380 species, some native …

Hawthorns are deciduous trees and shrubs prized for their ornamental beauty, medicinal uses, and ecological benefits. They are most notable for their profuse white or pink flowers, often …

Dec 13, 2025 · Hawthorn, (genus Crataegus), large genus of thorny shrubs or small trees in the rose family (Rosaceae), native to the north temperate zone. Many species are common to …

Hawthorn is a small dense tree or shrub with over 380 species. The bark is smooth and gray-brown when young. Mature bark becomes dark gray and scaly. The twigs are slender and gray …

The Hawthorn genus, Crataegus, is in the Rose Family, Rosaceae, and is a large genus comprised of about 200 species of generally deciduous and thorny trees and shrubs. Native to …

Green hawthorn, like most hawthorns, has gray, thorny bark, bears white flowers in the spring, and produces red fruit in the fall. However, unlike most hawthorns, the Green Hawthorn is …

Learn how to grow and care for Crataegus. Get tips for planting, watering, feeding, and caring for Crataegus throughout the year.

Additional Range Information: Crataegus spp. is native to North America. Range may be expanded by planting. Download the full-size PDF map. Virginia Tech Dendrology is THE …

Dec 9, 2021 · This treatment of Crataegus is the first attempted for the whole flora area since the work of J. Torrey and A. Gray (1838–1843). It is mainly conservatively based on E. J. Palmer …