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During the cold winter I tend to look for "living" things. All the plants and trees are asleep waiting for the warm spring sun to waken them.
The dark red berries or fruit of the Hawthorn is refreshing to see even when the snow tries to cover them up. The birds enjoy the berries and is a staple food for many during the winter. As spring warms the soil and the trees start to wake they soon are covered with beautiful pink or white blossoms. The fragrant flowers are a nice reminder of spring and warm sunny days. |
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Scientifically speaking Hawthorns belong to Rosaceae (the rose family). The most often cultivated species and hybrids are Crataegus oxyacantha, Crataegus laevigata and Crataegus monogyna. These Hawthorn species,cultivars and hybrids are known by many names, like Crataegus, English Hawthorn, Mayflower, May Bush, Mayblossom, Quickset, May Tree, Smooth Whitethorn, Thorn-apple Tree, Quickthorn, and Whitehorn.
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The leaves are an important medicinal herb used as a tea and is taken for may other conditions. As for all herbs consult with your own health care provider before using and mixing with other medicines.
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It seems like this is one very interesting plant with a very long and interesting history.
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