Crataegus mexicana - Mexican Hawthorn or Tejocote windbreak The tree also extrudes a

The tree also extrudes a natural latex that was once used as a substitute for the traditional rubber tree

Once grown for its large acorn cap that was used to make tannin

Preferring a moist soil in a in a shady position away from the hot afternoon sun

This medium-sized deciduous tree in the mallow family native to Asia

Performs best in full shade

Crataegus mexicana - Mexican Hawthorn or Tejocote windbreak The tree also extrudes aA hardy small tree grown for its fruits which an be eaten either raw or cooked. It is used for a variety of dishes in Mexico including ponche, an alcoholic fruit punch traditionally served warm around the Christmas and New Years Eve period. Quite easy to grow, it is not a demanding tree and can be grown in a variety of soils. Showy white flowers are a bonus in spring.