Hawthorn Leaf & Flower
Hawthorn Leaf & Flower (Crataegus spp.)
Other Common Names: May Tree, Thornapple, Quickthorn
Family: Rosaceae (Rose)
Parts Used: Leaves & Flowers (Berries are also used separately)
Energetics: Neutral to slightly warming, slightly drying
Taste: Mildly bitter, astringent, floral
A Gentle Heart Tonic for Circulation, Stress & Emotional Well-being
Hawthorn leaf and flower have been revered in Western herbalism and Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) for their ability to support cardiovascular health, ease nervous tension, and promote emotional resilience. These delicate yet powerful botanicals help tone and strengthen the heart, regulate circulation, and gently calm the nervous system, making them an essential part of holistic heart care.
Key Benefits & Uses
Hawthorn leaf and flower are valued for their cardioprotective, circulatory, and nervine properties, making them a trusted botanical for:
✔️ Heart health & circulation: Helps regulate blood pressure and strengthen the cardiovascular system
✔️ Blood vessel integrity: Supports elasticity and resilience of arteries and veins
✔️ Calming stress & anxiety: Gently soothes the nervous system and reduces tension
✔️ Emotional heart healing: Traditionally used to ease grief, heartbreak, and emotional overwhelm
✔️ Metabolic & cholesterol support: May help balance cholesterol levels over time
✔️ Longevity & vitality: Used as a longevity tonic to promote overall cardiovascular wellness
How to Use
🌿 Tea/Infusion: Steep dried hawthorn leaves and flowers for a nourishing, heart-soothing tea
🌿 Tincture: A concentrated extract for cardiovascular and emotional support
🌿 Capsules: A convenient way to incorporate hawthorn into daily wellness
🌿 Herbal Blends: Pairs well with linden, motherwort, or rose for a gentle heart tonic
🌿 Bath Infusion: Add dried flowers to a warm bath for relaxation and emotional grounding
Sustainability & Sourcing
At Soulshine Wellness Co., we ensure our hawthorn leaf and flower are organically and sustainably harvested, preserving their full vitality and healing properties.
Safety & Considerations
⚠️ May interact with blood pressure or heart medications—consult a healthcare provider before use
⚠️ Can mildly lower blood pressure—those with hypotension should use with care
⚠️ Safe for long-term use but best introduced gradually for sensitive individuals
Hawthorn Leaf & Flower (Crataegus spp.)
Other Common Names: May Tree, Thornapple, Quickthorn
Family: Rosaceae (Rose)
Parts Used: Leaves & Flowers (Berries are also used separately)
Energetics: Neutral to slightly warming, slightly drying
Taste: Mildly bitter, astringent, floral
A Gentle Heart Tonic for Circulation, Stress & Emotional Well-being
Hawthorn leaf and flower have been revered in Western herbalism and Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) for their ability to support cardiovascular health, ease nervous tension, and promote emotional resilience. These delicate yet powerful botanicals help tone and strengthen the heart, regulate circulation, and gently calm the nervous system, making them an essential part of holistic heart care.
Key Benefits & Uses
Hawthorn leaf and flower are valued for their cardioprotective, circulatory, and nervine properties, making them a trusted botanical for:
✔️ Heart health & circulation: Helps regulate blood pressure and strengthen the cardiovascular system
✔️ Blood vessel integrity: Supports elasticity and resilience of arteries and veins
✔️ Calming stress & anxiety: Gently soothes the nervous system and reduces tension
✔️ Emotional heart healing: Traditionally used to ease grief, heartbreak, and emotional overwhelm
✔️ Metabolic & cholesterol support: May help balance cholesterol levels over time
✔️ Longevity & vitality: Used as a longevity tonic to promote overall cardiovascular wellness
How to Use
🌿 Tea/Infusion: Steep dried hawthorn leaves and flowers for a nourishing, heart-soothing tea
🌿 Tincture: A concentrated extract for cardiovascular and emotional support
🌿 Capsules: A convenient way to incorporate hawthorn into daily wellness
🌿 Herbal Blends: Pairs well with linden, motherwort, or rose for a gentle heart tonic
🌿 Bath Infusion: Add dried flowers to a warm bath for relaxation and emotional grounding
Sustainability & Sourcing
At Soulshine Wellness Co., we ensure our hawthorn leaf and flower are organically and sustainably harvested, preserving their full vitality and healing properties.
Safety & Considerations
⚠️ May interact with blood pressure or heart medications—consult a healthcare provider before use
⚠️ Can mildly lower blood pressure—those with hypotension should use with care
⚠️ Safe for long-term use but best introduced gradually for sensitive individuals
Hawthorn Leaf & Flower (Crataegus spp.)
Other Common Names: May Tree, Thornapple, Quickthorn
Family: Rosaceae (Rose)
Parts Used: Leaves & Flowers (Berries are also used separately)
Energetics: Neutral to slightly warming, slightly drying
Taste: Mildly bitter, astringent, floral
A Gentle Heart Tonic for Circulation, Stress & Emotional Well-being
Hawthorn leaf and flower have been revered in Western herbalism and Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) for their ability to support cardiovascular health, ease nervous tension, and promote emotional resilience. These delicate yet powerful botanicals help tone and strengthen the heart, regulate circulation, and gently calm the nervous system, making them an essential part of holistic heart care.
Key Benefits & Uses
Hawthorn leaf and flower are valued for their cardioprotective, circulatory, and nervine properties, making them a trusted botanical for:
✔️ Heart health & circulation: Helps regulate blood pressure and strengthen the cardiovascular system
✔️ Blood vessel integrity: Supports elasticity and resilience of arteries and veins
✔️ Calming stress & anxiety: Gently soothes the nervous system and reduces tension
✔️ Emotional heart healing: Traditionally used to ease grief, heartbreak, and emotional overwhelm
✔️ Metabolic & cholesterol support: May help balance cholesterol levels over time
✔️ Longevity & vitality: Used as a longevity tonic to promote overall cardiovascular wellness
How to Use
🌿 Tea/Infusion: Steep dried hawthorn leaves and flowers for a nourishing, heart-soothing tea
🌿 Tincture: A concentrated extract for cardiovascular and emotional support
🌿 Capsules: A convenient way to incorporate hawthorn into daily wellness
🌿 Herbal Blends: Pairs well with linden, motherwort, or rose for a gentle heart tonic
🌿 Bath Infusion: Add dried flowers to a warm bath for relaxation and emotional grounding
Sustainability & Sourcing
At Soulshine Wellness Co., we ensure our hawthorn leaf and flower are organically and sustainably harvested, preserving their full vitality and healing properties.
Safety & Considerations
⚠️ May interact with blood pressure or heart medications—consult a healthcare provider before use
⚠️ Can mildly lower blood pressure—those with hypotension should use with care
⚠️ Safe for long-term use but best introduced gradually for sensitive individuals