Crataegus laevigata
Crataegus laevigata, commonly known as the hawthorn, is a versatile medicinal shrub prized for its therapeutic properties. Renowned primarily for supporting cardiovascular health, its leaves and berries are used to regulate blood pressure and strengthen heart function. This resilient plant remains a cornerstone in traditional herbal medicine worldwide.
- Scientific name: Crataegus laevigata
- Family: Rosaceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, specifically classified within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. It is further organized under the order Rosales and the family Rosaceae. Finally, its taxonomic placement concludes within the genus Crataegus, where the species Crataegus laevigata is situated.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Rosales | WCVP |
| Family | Rosaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Crataegus | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant, Crataegus laevigata, exhibits a specific range within the northern regions of the European continent. Its distribution is notably documented across several countries in Northern Europe. Specifically, it can be found growing in Denmark and throughout Great Britain. The species is also native to the landscapes of Ireland and Norway. Finally, its presence is confirmed within the borders of Sweden.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Denmark | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Great Britain | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Ireland | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Norway | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Sweden | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Austria | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Belgium | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Czechia-Slovakia | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Germany | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Hungary | WCVP |
Chemicals
Crataegus laevigata has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include epigallocatechin, p-Coumaric acid.
- Total chemicals
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| epigallocatechin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| p-Coumaric acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Crataegus laevigata has 7 reported medicinal uses identified across 8 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include heart failure, arrhythmia, cardiovascular diseases, exercise tolerance, high blood pressure.
- Total uses
- 7
- Scientific sources
- 8
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| heart failure | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| arrhythmia | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| cardiovascular diseases | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| exercise tolerance | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| high blood pressure | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| left ventricular dysfunction | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| psychosomatic disorders | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |