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Crataegus ×media

Scientific Name: Crataegus ×media

Family: Rosaceae

Category: Dicot

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Crataegus × media: A Hybrid Hawthorn

Crataegus × media, commonly known as Hybrid Hawthorn or Midland Hawthorn, is a hybrid species within the genus Crataegus (Hawthorn).

Considerations for Pets

  • The text mentions that Crataegus × media is a thorny tree.
  • The text mentions the use of *Crataegus* or, as it is more commonly known, Hawthorn berries.

Considerations for Children

  • The text mentions that Crataegus × media is a thorny tree.
  • The text mentions the use of *Crataegus* or, as it is more commonly known, Hawthorn berries.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Crataegus × media Bechst.
  • Common Names: Hybrid Hawthorn, Midland Hawthorn
  • Family: Rosaceae
  • Order: Rosales
  • Class: Dicotyledons
  • Synonyms:
    • Crataegus monogyna × laevigata
    • Crataegus laevigata × monogyna (C. × macrocarpa) Hegetschw.
    • Crataegus media Sarg., non Bechst.
    • Crataegus monogyna var. rosea (Willd.)

Distribution and Habitat

Crataegus × media is found in deciduous woods, scrub, and hedgerows, growing on a wide range of soil types. The text references specific locations such as Formby, Merseyside.

Morphological Characteristics

  • It is described as a shrub or small tree.
  • It is deciduous.
  • It can grow to be a rounded, thorny tree.
  • Young leaves can be prettily mottled pink and white.
  • Flowers bloom from April to May, and fruits appear from June.

Quirky Facts

  • Crosses between Crataegus monogyna and Crataegus laevigata are as fertile as crosses within the species themselves.
  • It's difficult to distinguish pure C. laevigata from its hybrid with C. monogyna.

Further Information

  • RHS (Royal Horticultural Society) provides information on Crataegus × media.
  • GBIF (Global Biodiversity Information Facility) offers a view on Crataegus media.
  • Tropicos database includes information on Crataegus media Sarg.
  • Gardenersworld.com has information on Crataegus laevigata 'Rosea Flore Pleno', a related species.