— Short, snippet-friendly answers to the most-asked questions about Cockspur Thorn (Crataegus crus-galli). For the full profile with citations, open the main page.
Cockspur Thorn (Crataegus crus-galli) is a deciduous shrub or small tree native to the eastern United States and Ontario, thriving in a variety of habitats including Alabama, Arkansas, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi,… Cockspur Thorn (Latin: Crataegus crus-galli) is a medicinal plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Cockspur Thorn is most often used to support immune support. Each claim is rated by evidence strength - see the full profile for citations.
Cockspur Thorn is generally considered safe when used at traditional doses. Always consult a clinician before using any herbal preparation — especially during pregnancy, breastfeeding, while on medication, or for children.
Cockspur Thorn is a member native to ALA, ARK, CNT, DEL, WDC, and FLA. Cockspur Thorn, or Crataegus crus-galli, thrives in full to partial sun and prefers moist to wet soil, though it can tolerate dry conditions.
Cockspur Thorn grows best in USDA zone 4-7, full sun, partial sun/shade light, and dry, moist, wet water. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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