Mayhaw, May hawthorn, Apple hawthorn, Shining hawthorn
It is a temperate plant. It grows on wet river banks and the edges of swamps. Trees can grow in exposed positions. They are tolerant to wind. They can tolerate pollution. They do best in full sun but can grow in shade. They need 250-500 hours of chilling. They do best in well drained sandy loams. They do best with pH of 6-7 but can tolerate acid and alkaline conditions. They can tolerate waterlogged conditions.
Synonyms
- Mespilus aestivalis Walter
- Crataegus opaca
Edible Portion
- Fruit
Where does Mayhaw grow?
Found in: Australia, North America, United States
Notes: There are 200 or more Crataegus species.
Growing Mayhaw, May hawthorn, Apple hawthorn, Shining hawthorn
Cultivation: Plants can be grown from seed. The seed need cold treatment. Plants can also be grafted. They can be grown from cuttings. A spacing of 5-6 m is suitable.
Edible Uses: The fruit are eaten raw or used for tarts and preserves. They can be stewed, made into jams, marmalades and tarts. The fruit can be dried for later use. The seeds can be boiled or roasted and used as a coffee substitute.
Production: Seedlings trees take 5-8 years to fruit. Fruit take 30 days to ripen after fruit are set. There can be 30-60 kg of fruit on one tree in a year. Fruit are harvested when fully ripe.
Nutrition Info
per 100g edible portion| Edible Part | Energy (kcal) | Protein (g) | Iron (mg) | Vitamin A (ug) | Vitamin c (mg) | Zinc (mg) | % Water |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| - | - | - | - | - | - |
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