Crataegus spathulata

Crataegus spathulata is a species hawthorn known by the common name littlehip hawthorn. It is native to the southeastern United States[2]. It has very attractive small delicate leaves with a bluish appearance, pretty flowers and small orange to red fruit.[1]

Bark of C. spathulata

Crataegus spathulata
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Microcarpae

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C. spathulata
Binomial name
Crataegus spathulata

References

  1. Phipps, J.B.; O’Kennon, R.J.; Lance, R.W. (2003). Hawthorns and medlars. Cambridge, U.K.: Royal Horticultural Society. ISBN 0881925918.
  2. "Crataegus spathulata". Natural Resources Conservation Service PLANTS Database. USDA. Retrieved 22 September 2018.
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