Crataegus douglasii
Crataegus douglasii · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (1 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Douglas hawthorn, scientifically known as Crataegus douglasii, is a resilient deciduous shrub native to western North America. Renowned for its dense foliage and delicate blossoms, this plant holds significant ethnobotanical value. Traditionally used by Indigenous communities, it offers potential medicinal properties, particularly in supporting cardiovascular health and wellness.
- Family
- Not available
- Native range
- Europe
- Parts used
- Fruit
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Not available
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Crataegus douglasiiDistribution
This plant exhibits a broad geographical distribution spanning several continents and diverse climates. In North America, it is commonly found throughout the subarctic region of Alaska. Its presence extends further south into Western Canada, specifically within the provinces of Alberta and British Columbia. Moving across the Atlantic, the species can be located in the Baltic States of Eastern Europe. Finally, its range reaches into Northern Europe, where it is documented in Finland.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Finland |
| Eastern Europe | Baltic States |
| Subarctic America | Alaska |
| Western Canada | Alberta |
| Western Canada | British Columbia |
| Western Canada | Saskatchewan |
| Eastern Canada | Ontario |
| Northwestern U.S.A. | Idaho |
| Northwestern U.S.A. | Montana |
| Northwestern U.S.A. | Oregon |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Plant Parts
Crataegus douglasii has 1 reported plant parts identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases that are studied for medicinal purposes. The most consistently reported plant part include fruit.
| Plant part | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Fruit | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Fruit
- Biological trace element research
Preparations
Crataegus douglasii has 1 reported preparations identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include fruits.
| Preparation | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Fruits | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Fruits
- Biological trace element research