hawthorn

• Substantiv, das einen dornigen Strauch oder kleinen Baum der Gattung Crataegus bezeichnet, meist mit weißen oder rosa Blüten und kleinen roten Beeren; auch die Pflanze bzw. deren Früchte selbst.

A noun referring to a type of thorny shrub or small tree of the genus Crataegus, typically bearing white or pink flowers and small red berries (haws).

1. A thorny shrub or treeB2formal

   A type of small tree or shrub with thorny branches, white or pink flowers, and small red berries (haws).

   Weißdorn

   • The hawthorn tree in the garden is covered in white blossoms.
   • Birds love to eat the red berries of the hawthorn.
   • Hawthorn hedges are commonly used as field boundaries in the countryside.

   Synonymehawmaywhitethorn

2. Herbal remedyC1formalmedical

   The berries, leaves, and flowers of the hawthorn plant used in traditional medicine, especially for heart health.

   Weißdorn

   • Hawthorn extract is often used to support cardiovascular function.
   • Herbalists recommend hawthorn tea for mild circulatory issues.
   • Some studies suggest hawthorn may help lower blood pressure.

   Synonymehawmaywhitethorn