Authors: C. Stace, R. van der Meijden (ed.) & I. de Kort (ed.)
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Scientific name:

Crataegus submollis

Vernacular name:

Cockspurthorn, Hairy


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Hairy Cockspurthorn

Scientific name: Crataegus submollis Sarg.

Diagnostic features
Tree to 8m.
Spines 5-7cm, thin.
Leaves ovate, doubly serrate and shallowly lobed.
Fruits pear-shaped, 15-20mm.

Chromosome number: (2n=68).

Habitat
Introduced-naturalized; frequently planted, self-sown in hedges and rough ground.

Distribution
West Kent and South Devon; East North America.

This species is keyed out on Page 2464 in the Text Key.

Crataegus submollis
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