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manzanita tejocotera
Scientific Name: Crataegus mexicana
Family: Rosaceae
Category: Dicot
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Manzanita Tejocotera (Crataegus mexicana)
The Manzanita Tejocotera, scientifically known as Crataegus mexicana, is a species of hawthorn with a rich history and numerous common names.
Common Names
- English: Manzanita Tejocotera, Mexican Hawthorn, Manzanita
- Spanish: Tejocote
- Other: Be-lohui (Zapoteco), Carasu, Carhasi (Purpecha), Manzanita-tejocotera, Dopini, Dopri (Mexico)
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Crataegus mexicana DC.
- Family: Rosaceae
- Synonyms: Crataegus pubescens (Note: Some sources list this as the scientific name, while others consider it a synonym.)
Distribution and Habitat
- Native to the mountains of Mexico and parts of Guatemala.
- Also found in parts of El Salvador and Ecuador.
Morphological Characteristics
- Described as a shrub or small deciduous to semi-evergreen tree.
Traditional Uses
- In Mexico, the fruit is commonly used in "ponche," a traditional Christmas beverage.
- The fruit is eaten cooked, raw, or canned in Mexico.
Resources and Further Information
- Integrated Taxonomic Information System (ITIS)
- Garden Guides
- pronouncekiwi (for audio pronunciation)