A widely distributed shrub species in our country is the blackthorn or scientifically Prunus spinosa. Compared to elderberry hawthorn, it is shorter, it can reach a maximum of 2 to 3 m in height. The leaves have 2 to 4 cm, the flowers are white from 1 to 2 cm, and the fruits are black, bluish-whitish.
The blackthorn can be found from the plains to the mountainous areas.
Did you know that...
The fruits and flowers of blackthorn are used to treat kidney diseases, gout, growth disorders, in slimming cures and much more.
gută, tulburări de creștere, în cura de slăbire și nu numai.
Blackthorn fruits can be used for the preparation of jam, syrup, wine, etc.
In some areas of the country, corn is sown when the blackthorn blooms.