The Hawthorn Tree, Crataegus monogyna, is a small deciduous tree with a dense canopy. Also known as the Common Hawthorn or Oneseed Hawthorn the tree has dull brown bark with orange-colored cracks. The Hawthorn Tree is native to Europe, Northwest Africa, and West Asia preferring hedgerows, fields, and woodland habitats.
The average lifespan of the Hawthorn Tree is about 250 years, but this tree has been known to live longer. The Hawthorn Tree has been traditionally used for herbalism and provides over 300 insects like the Hawthorn Moth or Orchard Ermine with food and birds with habitat and shelter.
The Hawthorn Tree, Crataegus monogyna, is a small deciduous tree with a dense canopy. Also known as the Common Hawthorn or Oneseed Hawthorn the tree has dull brown bark with orange-colored cracks. The Hawthorn Tree is native to Europe, Northwest Africa, and West Asia preferring hedgerows, fields, and woodland habitats.
The average lifespan of the Hawthorn Tree is about 250 years, but this tree has been known to live longer. The Hawthorn Tree has been traditionally used for herbalism and provides over 300 insects like the Hawthorn Moth or Orchard Ermine with food and birds with habitat and shelter.