Crataegus pentagyna
Small-flowered black hawthorn
Crataegus pentagyna, commonly known as the five-leaf hawthorn, is a versatile medicinal shrub native to various Asian regions. Renowned for its therapeutic properties, it is frequently utilized in traditional medicine to support cardiovascular health, alleviate digestive issues, and act as a natural tonic to promote overall systemic wellness.
- Scientific name: Crataegus pentagyna
- Family: Rosaceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Rosales and the family Rosaceae, it is classified under the genus Crataegus. Specifically, Crataegus pentagyna represents a distinct species within this complex taxonomic hierarchy.
| 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 pentaegyna, is known by various regional names across different languages. In Russian, it is referred to as Боярышник пятипестичный, while in Azerbaijani, it is called Beşdişicikli yemişan. Its Ukrainian name is Глід п'ятиматочковий, and in Bulgarian, it is known as дребноцветен черен глог. Additionally, in Belarusian, the plant is identified as глог пяціпесцікавы.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| ru | Боярышник пятипестичный | Wikidata |
| az | Beşdişicikli yemişan | Wikidata |
| uk | Глід п'ятиматочковий | Wikidata |
| bg | дребноцветен черен глог | Wikidata |
| be | глог пяціпесцікавы | Wikidata |
| uk | Crataegus pentagina | Wikidata |
| en | Small-flowered Black Hawthorn | Wikidata |
| zh | 五柱山楂 | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a diverse geographical distribution across several regions of the European continent. In Northern Europe, its presence can be found within the borders of Great Britain. Moving into Middle Europe, the species is established in the regions of Czechia and Slovakia. The distribution extends further south into Southeastern Europe, where it is documented in Albania. Finally, the plant is also known to inhabit the Balkan landscapes of Bulgaria and Greece.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Great Britain | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Czechia-Slovakia | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Albania | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Bulgaria | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Greece | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Romania | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Türkiye-in-Europe | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | NW. Balkan Pen. | WCVP |
| Eastern Europe | Krym | WCVP |
| Eastern Europe | Ukraine | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Crataegus pentagyna, is often studied for its therapeutic potential through the utilization of various components, most notably when prepared as an ultrasonic extract. This specific method of extraction leverages high-frequency sound waves to rupture plant cell walls, allowing for a highly efficient release of bioactive compounds from the leaves, fruits, or bark. By employing an ultrasonic extract, researchers can obtain a concentrated solution of phytochemicals, such as flavonoids and polyphenols, which are essential for the plant's medicinal efficacy.- Total parts
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| ultrasonic extract | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Crataegus pentagyna has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include flavonoid, phenol.
- Total chemicals
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| flavonoid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| phenol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Crataegus pentagyna has 3 reported medicinal uses identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include blood circulation, cancer, skin diseases.
- Total uses
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| blood circulation | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| cancer | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| skin diseases | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |