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Pensacola hawthorn

Scientific Name: Crataegus lacrimata

Family: Rosaceae

Category: Dicot

Growth: Tree, Shrub

Duration: Perennial

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Crataegus lacrimata - Pensacola Hawthorn

Crataegus lacrimata, commonly known as the Pensacola Hawthorn, is a native tree of Northwest Florida.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Crataegus lacrimata
  • Common Name: Pensacola Hawthorn, Weeping Hawthorn
  • Group: Dicot

Distribution and Habitat

  • Native to Northwest Florida.
  • Also seen in landscaped environments.

Morphological Characteristics

  • Medium-sized tree with weeping branches.
  • Displays spring-occurring white flowers.

Considerations for Pets

  • Hawthorns in general often have thorns. Consider the presence of thorns if planting in an area frequented by pets.

Considerations for Children

  • Hawthorns in general often have thorns. Consider the presence of thorns if planting in an area frequented by children.

Further Information

  • Definitions from: Trees of the Southeastern United States by Wilbur H. Duncan and Marion B. Duncan.
  • Discover Life: Provides information about the biology, natural history, ecology, identification, and distribution of Crataegus lacrimata.
  • Dave's Garden: A community sharing tips and ideas for gardens, along with seeds and plants.