Hawthorn

Crataegus laevigata (Rosaceae - Rose family)

Also Known As: English Hawthorn, Mayflower, Quickthorn, Whitethorn, Woodland Hawthorn

Ayurvedic Names: Not traditionally used

TCM Name: Shan zha(Traditionally use Crataegus pinnatifida species)

TRADITIONAL USE

Hawthorn has been used for centuries to support cardiovascular health and circulation. The whole plant is often used in herbal medicine, including leaves, flowers, and berries.

FOLKLORE & HISTORY

Hawthorn’s medicinal properties and benefits as a cardiotonic were first documented by Dioscorides.

It has also played a role in herbal folklore to ward off evil spirits. A singular Hawthorn is called a fairy tree, and it is regarded as bad luck to cut one down.

HERBAL ACTIONS

Cardiotonic, diuretic, astringent, hypotensive, nervine, anti-inflammatory, antiarrhythmic, anti-ischemic, sedative, antioxidant.

BENEFITS

Our herbs offer powerful herbal benefits and are not limited to just one category. Discover the full range of what each herb can do:

Mind & Mood: Anxiety, mood support
Immunity: Anti-inflammatory
Detox & Digestion: Digestive health, kidney health
Ageing & Longevity: Cardiovascular & blood pressure support

CONSTITUENTS

Flavonoids: Hyperoside, rutin, quercetin, vitexin
Triterpene acids: Ursolic acid, oleanolic acid, crataegolic acid
Epicatechin, catechin, proanthocyanidins.
Phenols: Chlorogenic acid, tannins.
Vitamins B and C, manganese, chromium, zinc, iron

CONTRAINDICATIONS

Contraindicated with: Digoxin, beta-blockers, calcium channel blockers, phenylephrine, nitrates