Hawthorn Extract - Feed Ingredient

Hawthorn extract is derived from the berries, leaves, or flowers of plants in the Crataegus genus, most commonly Crataegus monogyna or Crataegus laevigata. It contains a variety of bioactive compounds including flavonoids (such as hyperoside and vitexin), oligomeric procyanidins, and phenolic acids.

In equine supplements, hawthorn extract is used for its functional and botanical properties rather than as a source of essential nutrients. It is typically included in dried or standardized extract form, and may be part of formulations aimed at supporting circulatory function or oxidative balance, based on its traditional uses in herbal medicine.