Hawthorn, or Crataegus laevigata as it is known botanically, is a charming shrub with a legendary history and many benefits for wellbeing. This deciduous plant has glossy, lobed leaves and clusters of fragrant white or pink flowers, which adorn hedgerows, woods and open fields in Europe and North America. Its fruits are a radiant red. For centuries hawthorn has been treasured for its healing properties and its connection with traditional herbal remedies.
Hawthorn and its effects
- prevention in viral illnesses
- support of immunity
- eases the symptoms of the menopause and also painful menstruation
- has a calming effect
- hawthorn helps with heart complaints, beginning weakness of the heart and insufficient blood supply to the heart muscle, with ischaemia of the heart, stenocardia, angina
- pectoris, hypertension, and with cardiac neurosis
- helps to settle disorders of the heart rhythm
- lowers blood pressure
- helps with insomnia, headache and atherosclerosis
- it is a suitable complement during rehabilitation after a myocardial infarction
- improves the cholesterol level
- helps with kidney troubles and urinary stones
- it makes falling asleep easier and eases low mood or states of anxiety
Hawthorn for the health of the heart
The healing potential of hawthorn is truly wide. It has traditionally been celebrated for its cardiovascular benefits. It is believed to support the health of the heart by supporting the circulation of the blood, regulating blood pressure and strengthening the cardiovascular system overall. Besides its healing use, its history is also enriched by its place in various herbal rituals. Our ancestors used hawthorn and other herbs for a range of purposes, and herbs were a daily part of their lives.
Hawthorn tincture
Hawthorn tincture is one of the tinctures our customers love most. We make it in Slovakia from home-grown hawthorn using traditional production methods. We take the greatest care over the purity, quality and origin of the ingredients we use. Thanks to that you can be sure of making the most of the healing potential of the hawthorn plant. Tinctures from PANAKEIA belong among the very best available on the market and you can see for yourself.