Water
Water regularly once established, especially during dry periods. Aim for consistently moist, but not waterlogged, soil. Reduce watering in winter.
Young plants benefit from more frequent watering until their root system is well-developed.
Crataegus laciniata, the Caucasian Hawthorn, is a deciduous shrub or small tree known for its deeply lobed leaves and white flowers, followed by red fruits.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun to Partial Shade
75% intensity
Prefers full sun for best flowering and fruiting, but tolerates partial shade.
Moderate
50% intensity
Water deeply and regularly, especially when young and during dry spells. Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Hardy
25% intensity
Tolerant of a wide range of temperatures, typically hardy in USDA zones 4-8.
Low
25% intensity
Generally does not require heavy fertilization; a light application in spring is sufficient.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | Yes |
Non-toxic
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water regularly once established, especially during dry periods. Aim for consistently moist, but not waterlogged, soil. Reduce watering in winter.
Young plants benefit from more frequent watering until their root system is well-developed.
Prune to shape and remove dead, diseased, or crossing branches. This can be done in late winter while the plant is dormant. Light pruning can also be done after flowering to maintain size and encourage denser growth.
Remove suckers from the base.
Propagation is typically done from seed, which requires a period of cold stratification to germinate. Softwood or semi-hardwood cuttings can also be taken in summer, but may be slow to root.
Grafting onto rootstock is another common method.
Repotting is generally not required for established trees unless they are container-grown. If necessary, repot young plants in early spring before new growth begins.
Use a well-draining potting mix and a slightly larger container.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Caucasian Hawthorn (Crataegus laciniata)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Rosales |
| Family | Rosaceae |
| Genus | Crataegus |
| Species | Crataegus laciniata |
Similar in genus Crataegus
Answers based on plant encyclopedia data
