(crataegus species)
Hawthorn’s other names include mayblossom and thornapple. A symbol of hope, the hawthorn shrub or tree, is considered sacred by some, and it is believed to have formed Christ’s crown of thorns. The botanical name comes from the Greek word kratos, which means “strong,” and was given because of the hardness of hawthorn wood. The pilgrims’ ship mayflower was named for this herb. Hawthorn has always been especially regarded as a heart tonic, and its value is now under medical investigation, particularly in regard to its old reputation as a reliever of angina pectoris and abnormal heart action. Hawthorn has also been considered an artery softener, helpful in treating arteriosclerosis. Early American settlers used the tea to relieve kidney ailments and nervous conditions, including insomnia, giddiness, and stress.
Part used for tea: flowers, berries.
Taste: flowers are sweet-scented and bland. The berries are tart and fruity (similar to a crab apple).
Flowers, by infusion: steep 2 teaspoons of herb in 1 cup of boiling water.
Fruits, by decoction: use 2 teaspoons of crushed fruit with 1 cup cold water. Let stand for 7 or 8 hours, and then bring quickly to a boil and strain. Sweeten both teas with honey.
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