Hawthorn (Crataegus)
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Hawthorn Genus Details
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Hawthorn species are native to North America. All hawthorns have alternate, toothed, incised or lobed leaves. They bear clusters of showy white, pink or red flowers from May to June. Apple-like fruits are 0.3-0.8 inches in diameter, usually red or orange, late in summer. The trunks and branches are smooth and greenish-brown. Height ranges from 20-40 feet. The fruits of this species make excellent jelly.
Hawthorn Allergy Info
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Hawthorns have low allergenic activity.
Hawthorn Pollen Description
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No pollen description is currently available.
Species in This Genus
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Hawthorn (Crataegus) is a genus of the ROSACEAE family.
This genus includes the following allergenic species:
This genus includes the following allergenic species: