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Brazos hawthorn
Scientific Name: Crataegus brazoria
Family: Rosaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Tree, Shrub
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Brazos Hawthorn (Crataegus brazoria)
The Brazos Hawthorn (Crataegus brazoria) is a species of hawthorn tree, often referenced in the context of handcrafted walking sticks.
Considerations for Pets and Children
- The plant produces thorns, as it is a hawthorn species.
- The plant can grow to a significant size.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Crataegus brazoria Sarg.
- Common Name: Brazos hawthorn
- Family: Rosaceae (mentioned in connection with Brazos Bend State Park)
- Kingdom: Plantae
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Varieties:
- Crataegus brazoria var. brazoria Sarg. – Brazos hawthorn
- Crataegus brazoria var. viburnifolia (Sarg.) J.B. Phipps – sawtooth hawthorn
- Symbol: CRBR4
- Group: Dicot
Distribution and Habitat
- Information about the Brazos hawthorn's biology, natural history, ecology, identification, and distribution can be found on Discover Life.
- It is found in Brazos Bend State Park, Texas.
Morphological Characteristics
- Grows into a large size, reaching up to 16 meters in height.
- In the summer, the plant assumes a purple-pink coloring.
- Does not retain its leaves during colder periods.
Related Species
- The related species Crataegus texana (Texas Hawthorn) is also mentioned, specifically at Brazos Bend State Park.
- Crataegus chrysocarpa var. chrysocarpa (fireberry hawthorn, red haw, roundleaf hawthorn)
Uses
- The wood of the Brazos Hawthorn is used to create walking sticks, known for their strength and durability. These sticks are often finished with a dark brown pigment, showcasing the wood's rich bark and yellow center.
Further Information
- Plant database entry for Crataegus brazoria is available.