- Rosaceae
- Flowering top
- Europe · Britain
- Dried flower and leaf
Hawthorn Flower
Crataegus monogyna
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Hawthorn produces clusters of pale flowers in spring. The blossom comes from a thorny rose-family tree.
What's in it
Flavonoids are natural plant compounds present in the flowers. The plant also contains other polyphenols, a broad family of plant substances.
Oligomeric proanthocyanidins
Condensed tannins. The principal markers, highest in flower and leaf.
Vitexin
A flavone glycoside used for standardisation.
Hyperoside
Another flavonoid, shared with St John's wort.
Crataegus amines
Including trimethylamine in the blossom.
How it works
Calm tradition: Hawthorn blossom has a place in European herbal routines for mild nervous tension. Heart-wellbeing heritage: It is also associated with the heart in traditional practice. The flowers offer a lighter, floral character than the autumn berries and have their own preparation tradition.
In the tradition
A springtime European hedgerow herb.
Hawthorn’s spring blossom is often called May blossom.
- 1Steep 1–2 tsp dried hawthorn leaf in 250ml hot water for 10–15 mins.
- 2Drink 1–2 cups daily.
- 3Mild, slightly earthy flavour — gentler than the berry.
- 4Excellent combined with hawthorn berry or rose hips for a full hawthorn heart blend.
Storage: Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Best used within 12–18 months.
- Check heart and blood-pressure medicines, pregnancy and breastfeeding.
- Persistent palpitations need assessment.
- Hypotension: may lower blood pressure further.
A food supplement, not a substitute for a varied diet. Speak to your doctor before use if you are pregnant, breastfeeding or taking medication.
Common questions
How do I prepare hawthorn flower?
Hawthorn Flower is steeped as an infusion. Steep 1–2 tsp dried hawthorn leaf in 250ml hot water for 10–15 mins. Full directions are in the How to use panel above. See also: Infusion vs decoction.
What is hawthorn flower?
Hawthorn Flower (Crataegus monogyna) belongs to the Rosaceae family; the flowering top is used. Origin: Europe, Britain. A delicate blossom traditionally associated with calm and heart wellbeing.
How should I store dried hawthorn flower?
Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Best used within 12–18 months.
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