🌿 Hawthorn
Weißdorn
Crataegus monogyna Jacq.
Hawthorn is a traditional European medicinal plant used primarily for the cardiovascular system. Its leaves and flowers contain flavonoids and oligomeric procyanidins, which are considered important contributors to its pharmacological activity. The fruits are also traditionally used.
Hawthorn is traditionally used to support cardiac function and circulation and for nervous heart palpitations. The European Medicines Agency recognises preparations of hawthorn leaf and flower, based on long-standing traditional use, for the relief of temporary heart complaints related to nervousness, such as palpitations, as well as mild mental stress and to aid sleep. Serious heart conditions should first be excluded by a doctor.
Hawthorn is traditionally used to support cardiac function and circulation and for nervous heart palpitations. The European Medicines Agency recognises preparations of hawthorn leaf and flower, based on long-standing traditional use, for the relief of temporary heart complaints related to nervousness, such as palpitations, as well as mild mental stress and to aid sleep. Serious heart conditions should first be excluded by a doctor.
Notes
Hawthorn is particularly regarded as a traditional cardiovascular herb. Historically, it has been used for early cardiac insufficiency, palpitations, circulatory complaints and elevated blood pressure, as well as nervous complaints, insomnia and dizziness.
Effects
- sleep-promoting
- mildly sedative
- vascular-supporting
- anti-inflammatory
- circulation-promoting
- supportive of healthy blood pressure
- calming
- antioxidant
Conditions
- dizziness
- sleep disorders
- mental stress
- nervousness
- cardiac neurosis
- cardiovascular system
- circulatory disorders
- high blood pressure
Application Areas
- sleep and relaxation
- nervous system
- cardiovascular system
- blood vessels
- respiratory system
Plant Parts
- fruit
- flower
- leaf
- berries
Preparations
- tincture
- tea
- raw
- freshly pressed juice
- extract
- infusion
Contraindications
- raw berries and plant material
- unexplained cardiac symptoms
- breastfeeding
- pregnancy
- children under 6
- chest pain