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Pensacola hawthorn
Scientific Name: Crataegus lacrimata
Family: Rosaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Tree, Shrub
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
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.