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rough hawthorn

Scientific Name: Crataegus scabrida

Family: Rosaceae

Category: Dicot

Growth: Tree, Shrub

Duration: Perennial

Other Names:

       

Crataegus scabrida: The Rough Hawthorn

The Rough Hawthorn, scientifically known as Crataegus scabrida, belongs to the Rosaceae (Rose) family. It is also known by the common name "rough hawthorn."

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Crataegus scabrida Sarg.
  • Common Name: Rough Hawthorn
  • Genus: Crataegus
  • Species: scabrida
  • Family: Rosaceae (Rose Family)
  • Synonyms: Crataegus balkwillii, Crataegus brainerdii var. asperifolia, Crataegus brainerdii var.

Distribution and Habitat

  • Native origin.

Morphological Characteristics

  • The species name "asperifolia" means "rough-leaved," aiding in identification.
  • Rustic, rough bark.
  • Mentioned in the text with rough grass and low shrubs.
  • Wide-spreading canopies, rough shredding bark, small toothed leaves,

Further Information

  • Dave's Garden is mentioned as a resource for garden tips and ideas.

Considerations for Pets

  • Some sources show Crataegus species with thorns.
  • Consider that the Rough hawthorn has rough bark, which can be interesting to animals.