cockspur thorn

• Espèce d'aubépine (Crataegus crus-galli) originaire de l'est de l'Amérique du Nord, caractérisée par ses longs épines acérées, ses grappes de fleurs blanches et ses petits fruits rouges.

A species of hawthorn tree or shrub (Crataegus crus-galli) native to eastern North America, known for its long, sharp thorns and clusters of white flowers followed by small red fruits.

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   A deciduous tree or shrub (Crataegus crus-galli) native to eastern North America, known for its long, sharp thorns and clusters of white flowers.

   Aubépine ergot-de-coq

   • The cockspur thorn is often planted as a hedge due to its dense, thorny branches.
   • In autumn, the leaves of the cockspur thorn turn a brilliant red.
   • Birds are attracted to the small red fruits of the cockspur thorn.