English Name Hawthorn Leaf P.E. Latin Name Folium Crataegi Part Number F008 Appearance Yellow-brown powder Specification 5% Content Total Isoflavones≥5% Ingredient Flavones Test method UV Package 25KG/Barrel Pharmacological actions Hawthorn is thought to exert many beneficial effects on the heart and blood vessels. These include improved coronary artery blood flow and strengthening of the contractions of the heart muscle. Hawthorn may also improve circulation to the extremities by lowering the resistance to blood flow in peripheral blood vessels. Hawthorn is potent antioxidants. Hawthorn extracts may mildly lower blood pressure.