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Crataegus sanguinea |
July: Fruits grow larger, the plant develops actively.
Safe. Used in folk medicine for heart and circulatory support. Symbolizes protection and strength in ancient beliefs.
Shrub with thorny branches and dense red fruits. White flowers in large clusters.
Grows on sunny meadows, forest edges, and shrub thickets Fruits harvested late summer to early autumn when fully colored
Harvest fruits carefully due to thorny branches. Fruits soften and sweeten after first frosts.
Fruits used for jams, compotes, and tinctures. Seeds inside fruits are toxic — remove before use. Suitable for processing.
Fruit: Blood-red, sweet-sour, fleshy
Flowers: White, fragrant, used in folk medicine
Leaves: Rarely used, sometimes in teas
Flowers: White, fragrant, used in folk medicine
Leaves: Rarely used, sometimes in teas
Blood-Red Hawthorn Jam (Boiling)
Rich color and aroma
Rich color and aroma
1. Wash fruits and remove seeds.
2. Boil with sugar for 30–40 minutes until thickened.
3. Pour into sterilized jars and store cool.
2. Boil with sugar for 30–40 minutes until thickened.
3. Pour into sterilized jars and store cool.
Blood-Red Hawthorn Compote (Boiling)
Fresh and refreshing drink
Fresh and refreshing drink
1. Cover fruits with water and boil for 15 minutes.
2. Add sugar to taste, cool.
3. Serve chilled.
2. Add sugar to taste, cool.
3. Serve chilled.
Blood-Red Hawthorn Tincture (Infusion)
Cardio tonic
Cardio tonic
1. Soak fruits in vodka for 2–3 weeks.
2. Strain and take 20 ml twice daily.
3. Store in a cool dark place.
2. Strain and take 20 ml twice daily.
3. Store in a cool dark place.
Blood-Red Hawthorn Flower Tea (Brewing)
Calming and aromatic drink
Calming and aromatic drink
1. Pour boiling water over dried flowers.
2. Steep for 10 minutes, strain.
3. Drink warm, optionally with honey.
2. Steep for 10 minutes, strain.
3. Drink warm, optionally with honey.