PilgrimCrataegus monogyna

Shrub with a simple trunk or very branched from the base. It has axillary thorns and broad, ovate leaves with 3-5 lobes. The inflorescence has 9-18 white to pinkish flowers, usually grouped in threes. The fruits are bright red to reddish brown.

WHERE TO FIND IT IN AROUCA GEOPARK

Flowering Season March-May

Dimension Max. height: 18 m

Habitat Scrubland and riparian woodland, hedgerows; in shady and somewhat damp places.

Pilriteiro  © Avelino Vieira

Pilriteiro © Avelino Vieira

Pilriteiro  © Avelino Vieira

Pilriteiro © Avelino Vieira

Pilriteiro  © Avelino Vieira

Pilriteiro © Avelino Vieira

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