A passage from Medicinal Plants of the Western Mountain States:
One of Hawthorn signature indications is weak and devitalized heart action due to cardiovascular disease. Vascular dynamics (blood movement) are affected positively: similar to Garlic, peripheral vascular resistance is decreased. With Hawthorn, blood literally passes through the vessels with less drag. This results in a more efficient cardiovascular environment.
A passage from Wild Edible Plants of Colorado:
Hawthorn is a small tree with toothed leaves, 5–petaled white flowers, and red fruit. Overlapping in range throughout Colorado, both species are found at Ponderosa–Aspen–Oak elevations, usually in association with drainages.
