{"product_id":"tansy-leaved-thorn-live-plant-crataegus-tanacetifolia","title":"Tansy-leaved thorn Live Plant (Crataegus tanacetifolia)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe fruit of Crataegus tanacetifolia, commonly known as the Tansy-leaved Hawthorn, is one of the most distinctive and visually striking among the hawthorn genus. Indigenous to the mountain regions of Turkey, this small, pomaceous fruit sets itself apart by its unusually large size relative to other hawthorns, typically reaching about 2 to 2.5 centimeters in diameter. As the fruit ripens in late autumn, it transitions from a pale green to a vibrant, warm yellow or orange-yellow hue, often blushed with a soft reddish tinge on the side exposed to direct sunlight.\u003cbr\u003eA closer look at the fruit reveals unique botanical features that make it easy to identify. Its surface is lightly covered in a fine, downy pubescence, giving it a soft, matte appearance rather than a glossy sheen. The most defining characteristic, however, is the presence of small, deeply pinnatifid (finely divided) bracteoles or tiny leaf-like structures that remain attached right at the base of the fruit. At the apex, the prominent, persistent calyx lobes give it a crown-like appearance reminiscent of a miniature medlar or a tiny wild apple.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeyond its ornamental value, the fruit is highly prized for its exceptional flavor profile, which is widely considered one of the best in the Crataegus family. Unlike the dry, mealy texture typical of common hawthorns, the flesh of the Tansy-leaved Hawthorn is remarkably juicy, crisp, and pleasantly fleshy. It delivers a well-balanced, sweet yet assertively acidic taste that strongly mimics the flavor of a tart granny smith apple or a fragrant quince. Because of this high flesh-to-seed ratio and refreshing acidity, it is frequently consumed fresh off the tree or harvested to make artisanal jellies, preserves, and traditional local beverages.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"veliyathgardens","offers":[{"title":"Seedling Plant","offer_id":48337212670211,"sku":null,"price":1000.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0622\/5965\/9011\/files\/Crataegus_tanacetifolia_Veliyathgardens_1.webp?v=1780642892","url":"https:\/\/veliyathgarden.com\/products\/tansy-leaved-thorn-live-plant-crataegus-tanacetifolia","provider":"veliyathgardens","version":"1.0","type":"link"}