Crataegus meyeri
Crataegus meyeri, commonly known as Meyer's hawthorn, is a resilient deciduous shrub valued for its medicinal properties. Often used in traditional herbalism, its berries and leaves are rich in bioactive flavonoids. These compounds support cardiovascular health, offering antioxidant benefits that help regulate blood pressure and strengthen heart muscle function.
- Scientific name: Crataegus meyeri
- Family: Rosaceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, placing it within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Following the order Rosales, it is a member of the family Rosaceae. Ultimately, it is classified under the genus Crataegus as the species Crataegus meyeri.
| 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 meyeri, is known by various regional names depending on the language spoken. In Russian, it is referred to as Боярышник Мейера, while in Armenian, its common name is Սզնի Մեյերի. Additionally, in Azerbaijani, the species is called Meyer yemişanı.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| ru | Боярышник Мейера | Wikidata |
| hy | Սզնի Մեյերի | Wikidata |
| az | Meyer yemişanı | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific distribution pattern that spans several key regions across Eastern Europe and the Caucasus. Within Eastern Europe, its range includes Belarus, Ukraine, and Central European Russia. The species also extends southward into the Caucasus region, where it can be found in the North Caucasus. Furthermore, its presence is documented within the Transcaucasus area. Together, these locations define the primary geographical footprint of Crataegus meyeri.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Eastern Europe | Belarus | WCVP |
| Eastern Europe | Central European Russia | WCVP |
| Eastern Europe | Ukraine | WCVP |
| Caucasus | North Caucasus | WCVP |
| Caucasus | Transcaucasus | WCVP |
| Western Asia | Iran | WCVP |
| Western Asia | Iraq | WCVP |
| Western Asia | Türkiye | WCVP |
Activities
Crataegus meyeri has 2 reported activities identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Analgesic, Antispasmodic.
- Total activities
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Analgesic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antispasmodic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |