Blackthorn

Crataegus calpodendron Rosaceae

Other names

Pear Thorn

Growth habit

Tree

Perennation

Long-lived polycarpic perennial

Native distribution

Ontario & MN South to GA & MO

Location

Newman Meadow

Source of plant

Instutute of Ecosystem Studies

Description

Small round-headed tree; very floriferous and bearing orange-red, pear-shaped fruits.

USDA Hardiness Zone

5

Special characteristics

fruiting characteristics