Honors Biology Wildflowers


21. This plant is the hawthorn.

This plant may be used for:

a. The fruits may be eaten raw or cooked.

b. It is an ornamental tree for yards.

c. Tea from dried leaves is used to strengthen the heart & reduce swelling.

d. The wood is hard & used for tool handles.

e. The thorns were used to pierce ears, as needles, and as fish hooks.

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