Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ouachitensis
ID:
1012330

Status:
valid

Authors:
E.J.Palmer

Source:
rjp

Year:
1926

Citation Micro:
J. Arnold Arbor. 7: 124 (1926)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001011668

Common Names

  • Ouachita Hawthorn
  • Crataegus ouachitensis

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Description

Crataegus ouachitensis (also called Ouachita Hawthorn, among many other common names) is a deciduous shrub or small tree with white flowers and red fruits. It is native to the eastern United States and typically grows in moist, well-drained soils in open woods, thickets, and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Crataegus ouachitensis is a popular ornamental shrub, often used in gardens and parks. It has fragrant white flowers and attractive foliage, and can be used as a hedge or border.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Crataegus ouachitensis has white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. Its seeds are small and brown, and its seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crataegus ouachitensis is a deciduous shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade in well-drained, moist soil. It can tolerate a wide range of soil types and pH levels. Prune in late winter or early spring to maintain a desired shape and size. It is drought tolerant once established.

Where to Find Crataegus ouachitensis

Crataegus ouachitensis can be found in the eastern United States, from New York to Florida and west to Missouri and Texas.

Species in the Crataegus genus

Crataegus lassa, Crataegus kyrtostyla, Crataegus persimilis, Crataegus ariifolia, Crataegus pruinosa, Crataegus suborbiculata, Crataegus baroussana, Crataegus confinis, Crataegus conjungens, Crataegus drymopila, Crataegus elliptica, Crataegus fruticosa, Crataegus gaylussacia, Crataegus miranda, Crataegus nelsonii, Crataegus okanaganensis, Crataegus okennonii, Crataegus parryana, Crataegus peregrina, Crataegus phippsii, Crataegus pubescens, Crataegus roribacca, Crataegus rosei, Crataegus sejuncta, Crataegus spissiflora, Crataegus vivida, Crataegus korolkowii, Crataegus chlorocarpa, Crataegus atrofusca, Crataegus isfajramensis, Crataegus ferganensis, Crataegus hissarica, Crataegus knorringiana, Crataegus necopinata, Crataegus pamiroalaica, Crataegus poloniensis, Crataegus pseudosanguinea, Crataegus theodori, Crataegus ambigua, Crataegus azarolus, Crataegus chungtienensis, Crataegus dikmensis, Crataegus dzhairensis, Crataegus granatensis, Crataegus heldreichii, Crataegus heterophylloides, Crataegus hupehensis, Crataegus kansuensis, Crataegus karadaghensis, Crataegus klokovii,

Species in the Rosaceae family

Acaena macrocephala, Acaena antarctica, Acaena argentea, Acaena boliviana, Acaena buchananii, Acaena echinata, Acaena agnipila, Acaena cylindristachya, Acaena confertissima, Acaena eupatoria, Acaena integerrima, Acaena leptacantha, Acaena ovina, Acaena magellanica, Acaena masafuerana, Acaena patagonica, Acaena tenera, Acaena platyacantha, Acaena pumila, Acaena splendens, Acaena stricta, Acaena stangii, Acaena trifida, Acaena pallida, Acaena caespitosa, Acaena saccaticupula, Acaena subincisa, Acaena hirsutula, Acaena fissistipula, Acaena glabra, Acaena tesca, Acaena juvenca, Acaena emittens, Acaena dumicola, Acaena profundeincisa, Acaena minor, Acaena alpina, Acaena montana, Acaena myriophylla, Acaena poeppigiana, Acaena anserovina, Acaena sericea, Acaena latebrosa, Acaena sarmentosa, Acaena elongata, Acaena exigua, Acaena rorida, Acaena novae-zelandiae, Acaena pinnatifida, Acaena inermis,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record rjp-5259: Based on the initial data import
Ernest Jesse Palmer (1875-1962): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.J.Palmer' in the authors string.