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Fort Bend hawthorn

Scientific Name: Crataegus anamesa

Family: Rosaceae

Category: Dicot

Growth: Tree, Shrub

Duration: Perennial

Other Names:

       

Crataegus anamesa

Also known as the Fort Bend hawthorn, Crataegus anamesa is a species of hawthorn tree.

Considerations for Pets

  • Hawthorns, in general, are known to possess thorns. This characteristic should be considered if pets are present in the vicinity of the plant.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Crataegus anamesa Sarg.
  • Common Name: Fort Bend hawthorn
  • Family: Not explicitly stated in the text.
  • Rank: Species
  • Nomenclatural Reference: J. Arnold Arbor. 3: 189. 1922 Dec 1922
  • Synonyms: The text provides general synonyms from related species such as Crataegus coccinea (scarlet hawthorn, red haw, pearfruit cockspur thorn, pedicelled hawthorn, redfruit hawthorn) and Crataegus chrysocarpa var. chrysocarpa (fireberry hawthorn, red haw, roundleaf hawthorn).

Distribution and Habitat

  • Crataegus anamesa is endemic to Texas, in North America.
  • Specifically mentioned in relation to Fort Bend County, Texas.

Additional Information

  • The Fort Bend hawthorn is noted for being able to withstand harsh temperatures when grown outdoors.

Resources

  • Dave's Garden: A community forum for sharing gardening tips and plant information.
  • Discover Life: A website providing information on the biology, natural history, ecology, identification, and distribution of Crataegus anamesa.