crataegus monogyna
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Definition
- Noun:
- A species of hawthorn native to Europe, northwest Africa, and western Asia, characterized by deeply lobed leaves, fragrant white or pink flowers, and small, bright red fruits (haws) containing a single seed. It is commonly used for hedging and has become naturalized in other regions, such as eastern North America.
Usage
- Noun:
- Crataegus monogyna is a common sight in the British countryside.
- The dense, thorny branches of Crataegus monogyna make it an excellent plant for a livestock hedge.
Advanced Usage
- In botanical classification: The name follows the binomial nomenclature system, where is the genus and is the specific epithet.
- The specimen was identified as belonging to the species Crataegus monogyna.
Variants and Related Words
- Common Hawthorn: The most frequent common name for .
- Mayflower: A traditional name, as it often blooms in May.
- Haw: Refers to the fruit of this and related species.
- Whitethorn: Another common name, referring to the pale bark and blossoms.
Synonyms
- Common Hawthorn
- May Tree
- Single-seeded Hawthorn (a direct translation of "monogyna")
Related Phrases
- Hawthorn hedge: A hedge made from plants of the genus, often specifically .
- The farmer planted a hawthorn hedge to mark the boundary.
Related Idioms
- "Ne’er cast a clout till May be out": An old English proverb. The phrase "May be out" is often interpreted to mean until the hawthorn () is in blossom, not necessarily the end of the month.
- Remember the saying: "Ne’er cast a clout till May be out"—it's still too cold to put your winter clothes away.
Noun
- European hawthorn having deeply cleft leaves and bright red fruits; widely cultivated in many varieties and often grown as impenetrable hedges; established as an escape in eastern North America