Cockspurthorn

Crataegus crus-galli

Crataegus crus-galli is a species of hawthorn known by the common names cockspur hawthorn, cockspur thorn, Newcastle hawthorne, Newcastle thorn, hog apple. It is native to North America and is widely used in horticulture. It produces edible fruit.

Scientific name

Crataegus crus-galli

Family

Rosaceae

IUCN status

LC