Altitude-Driven Variations in Nutritional, Bioactive, and Mineral Profiles of Hawthorn (<i>Crataegus</i> spp.).

ABSTRACT: Hawthorn (Crataegus spp.), a plant widely distributed in temperate and subtropical regions, is valued for its bioactive compounds and diverse health benefits. Known for its remarkable adaptability to various environmental conditions, hawthorn thrives across different altitudes, but these environmental factors, particularly altitude, significantly influence the accumulation of its bioactive substances. This study investigates the effects of altitude on hawthorn's nutritional, bioactive, and mineral profiles to provide insights into its cultivation and utilization. Through comprehensive analysis of 20 nutritional indicators from high- and low-altitude samples, including essential nutrients, bioactive compounds, and trace elements, multivariate analyses such as Principal Component Anal

SUBMITTER: Liu Y 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11765299 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature