Crataegus missouriensis
Crataegus missouriensis
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Pl. 2974 — Crataegus missouriensis
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Prezentare
Crataegus missouriensis, cunoscută sub numele de hawthorn din Missouri, este un arbore decidu sau o buște mică nativă în estul sud-estului Statelor Unite și unele zone din Africa de Nord. Găsit în habitaturi care se întind de la Arkansas până în Virginia, acest plant se adaptează bine în soluri umede sau bogate cu un pH între 6 și 7,2, fiind rezistent la soluri legere (sandy), medii și grele (clay). Consemnat pentru fructele sale comestibile, care pot fi folosite în diverse aplicații culinare, Crataegus missouriensis este valorificat și din punct de vedere ornamental datorită florecei sale atractive și merelor sale. Un caracteristică distinctivă a acestui plant este textura sa ușoară, cu o notă energetică de 7/10, indicând că are nevoie de îngrijire moderată și atenție.
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What is Crataegus missouriensis?
Crataegus missouriensis, cunoscută sub numele de hawthorn din Missouri, este un arbore decidu sau o buște mică nativă în estul sud-estului Statelor Unite și unele zone din Africa de Nord.
What is Crataegus missouriensis used for?
Traditionally used for stress & anxiety, immune support. Each claim is evidence-rated — see Section II for full citations.
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Top 2 evidence-ranked uses of Crataegus missouriensis
Clinicaluses · safety · chemistry · dosagemedicinal profile
IIBeneficii și dovezi
2 claims · 0 sources
Beneficii și dovezi
2 claims · 0 sources- Traditional-use note: Crataegus missouriensis appears in herbal sources around calming and relaxation traditions, often as a tincture. PlantSage presents this as ethnobotanical context, not as medical advice.
Traditional context only. This reviewed claim keeps the original moderate confidence level, but avoids treatment, disease, dosage, or guaranteed-effect language.
- Crataegus species, including Missouri hawthorn, have been traditionally used in European herbal medicine to support immune function. A decoction of the fruit may help bolster the body's defenses during seasonal changes.
The mechanism is not fully characterised but involves antioxidant and anti-inflammatory compounds that may modulate immune responses.
IV·bMixology suggestions
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Mixology suggestions
1 draftEditorial drafts. These pairings are AI-suggested from traditional herbal lore. Always verify with a qualified herbalist before brewing.
Crataegus missouriensis support blend
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AI returned a direct ingredient list; normalized into one draft blend for editorial review.
Growingconditions · propagation · uses
VCultivare
Cultivare
Crataegus missouriensis se dezvolte în soluri umede sau bogate care sunt legere (sandy), medii sau grele (clay). Îl preferă un pH între 6 și 7,2 și este rezistent în zonele 4-8. Această buște/arbore necesită lumină parțială sau completă cu o notă de necesitate de 7/10. Pentru creșterea optimă, asigurați-vă că solul rămâne constant umed, dar bine drenat. Propagează-te prin seminii sau prin împărțiri. Collectează fructele pentru utilizare comestibilă.
Light
7/10
Water
Moist, Wet
Soil
Light (sandy), Medium, Heavy (clay)
Hardiness
4-8
Habit
Shrub, Tree
Mature size
6.0 m tall
Soil pH
6–7.2
For first-time growers
How to grow Crataegus missouriensis for the first time
7steps
Start with planting Crataegus missouriensis in a beginner-friendly manner, focusing on basic care and maintenance.
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What you'll need
A young Crataegus missouriensis plant, garden gloves, a spade or trowel.
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Best time to plant
Plant in early spring or late fall when the soil is moist and workable.
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Soil and container prep
Ensure the soil is well-draining with a pH between 6 and 7.2, and loosen it to a depth of about 30 cm.
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Sowing or transplanting
Transplant young plants in early spring or fall, ensuring they are placed at the same depth as they were in their container.
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First two weeks
Water regularly to keep the soil moist but not waterlogged. Monitor for any signs of stress or pests.
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Ongoing care
Provide regular watering, especially during dry spells, and mulch around the base to retain moisture and suppress weeds.
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Harvest or pruning
Prune in late winter before new growth begins to maintain shape and remove any dead or diseased branches.
VIEdible & utility
Edible & utility
Edible parts:Fruit
Edible uses: The fruit of Crataegus missouriensis is edible and can be eaten raw or used in various preparations. It is typically consumed fresh but can also be dried for later use. Skip the specific preparation methods as details are not provided.
Other uses:Fragrance
Contextrange · companions · related
VIIDistribuție
30 native · 0 introduced
Distribuție
30 native · 0 introducedDistribution across3 continents· 30 native
Europe16 regions
native (16)AlbaniaAustriaBelarusBelgiumBulgariaCyprusDenmarkFinlandFranceGermanyGreeceHungaryIrelandRussiaSpainUnited Kingdom
Asia3 regions
native (3)GeorgiaIraqPalestine
Africa1 region
native (1)Algeria
Broader regions
native:Missouri, North Carolina, Arkansas, Virginia, Tennessee, Baltic States, Czechoslovakia, East Aegean Is.
IXSpecimen gallery
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Specimen gallery
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shared use cases
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