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Pennsylvania Hawthorn
Crataegus pensylvanica

Family: Rosaceae


What it is like

It is a medium sized tree. It grows 6 m high and spreads 5 m wide. The fruit are 2.5 cm across.

There are 200 or more Crataegus species.


Where it is found

Temperate. It can grow in a range of soil types and with various pH values. It can tolerate very wet soils as well as tolerate drought. Plants are cold hardy.

Countries/locations it is found in

North America (country/location of origin), USA


How it is used for food

Fruit can be eaten fresh or cooked

Edible parts

Fruit


How it is grown

Plants can be grown from seed. The seed need cold treatment. Plants can also be grafted.


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