Crataegus gracilior
Crataegus gracilior, commonly known as the slender hawthorn, is a resilient medicinal shrub valued for its therapeutic properties. Rich in bioactive flavonoids and antioxidants, it is traditionally used to support cardiovascular health, regulate blood pressure, and reduce inflammation. This plant remains a vital subject in ethnobotanical and pharmacological research.
- Scientific name: Crataegus gracilior
- Family: Rosaceae
- Native range: Northern America
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it falls under the order Rosales and the family Rosaceae. It is further identified by its genus, Crataegus.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Rosales | WCVP |
| Family | Rosaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Crataegus | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Crataegus gracilior, is known by various common names depending on the linguistic and regional context. In English, it is frequently referred to as the slender hawthorn, while in French, it is known as l'aubépine gracile. In Spanish, the species is called espino gracil, and in Portuguese, it is referred to as espinheiro gracil.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant is native to several distinct regions throughout Mexico. Its geographical presence is documented across Mexico Central and Mexico Northeast. Additionally, the species can be found spreading through Mexico Gulf. The distribution further extends into the areas of Mexico Southwest and Mexico Southeast. These various locations highlight the broad range this medicinal plant occupies within the country.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | Mexico Central | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Northeast | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Gulf | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Southwest | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Southeast | WCVP |
| Central America | Guatemala | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Crataegus gracilior, is characterized by its delicate and aesthetically pleasing flowers, which play a significant role in its biological cycle. These blossoms typically emerge in clusters, displaying a soft color palette that attracts various pollinators essential for the plant's reproduction. Beyond their visual appeal, the flowers serve as the foundational stage for the development of the plant's fruit, which is often the part most utilized in traditional medicinal practices.- Total parts
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| flowers | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Crataegus gracilior has 4 reported phytochemicals identified across 4 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Vitexin, corosolic acid, daucosterol, euscapic acid.
- Total chemicals
- 4
- Scientific sources
- 4
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Vitexin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| corosolic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| daucosterol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| euscapic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Crataegus gracilior has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include cardiovascular diseases.
- Total uses
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| cardiovascular diseases | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |