Hawthorn Crataegus sp.
Leaves are simple and alternate and colored dark blue-green.
There are many species of Hawthorn in the United States and they hybridize so readily that distinguishing between them is difficult even for an expert. They have been planted all around the campus quadrangle. The autumn berries are directly edible and can be made into jelly or steeped to make a tea. Next stop on the tree walkabout Return to walkabout index page.