Quick answer: Cockspur hawthorn (Crataegus crus-galli) is native to 4 states. What's commonly sold under this name is the true wild species. It's typically seed, verified 15 Sep 2026.
Where it's native
Listed in the register as native to these states. Click a state for its full native-plant guide.
Growing conditions
From the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center Native Plant Database.
| Sun | Sun, Part Shade, Shade |
|---|---|
| Water | Low water, Dry-Moist |
| Soil | Moist, well-drained soils - sandy loam, clay loam, clay |
| Bloom | Bloom May-Jun |
| Height | 20-35 ft tall |
| Wildlife value | Cover, nesting material, fruit for birds/mammals, larval host for 5 hairstreak species, special value to native bees |
Toxicity
Plant has thorns or prickles
Buying it
Wild species
Sold true to the wild species as of the last check (15 Sep 2026), via Amazon.
Sold as: Seed via Amazon · listing verified 15 Sep 2026
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