Hawthorn dried bulk herb

Note: Colorado has several species of hawthorn and I forage all of them, so you will find variation in berry color and size. They all serve the same. Parts used: Leaf + flower + berryper half oz ​  Botanical Name: Crataegus spp. (Common species include Crataegus monogyna, Crataegus laevigata, Crataegus oxyacantha) Common Names: Mayblossom, May Tree, Thornapple, Whitethorn. Quickthorn, Bread and Cheese Tree Herbal Energetics: Temperature: Cooling Moisture: Drying Flavor: Leaf and Flower: Mildly bitter, slightly sweet Berry: Sweet, sour, slightly bitter Herbal Actions: Cardioprotective Circulatory tonic Hypotensive (lowers blood pressure) Antioxidant Astringent Anti-inflammatory Nervine (calming to the nervous system) Antispasmodic Mild diuretic Organ Affinities: Cardiovascular system Nervous system Uses: Heart Health: Hawthorn is renowned for its ability to support the cardiovascular system. It strengthens the heart muscle, improves blood circulation, and helps regulate blo