Comparative Profiling of Phenolic Acids, Anthocyanins, Vitamin C, and Antioxidant Properties in Fruits of Iranian Crataegus pontica Ecotypes

Investigation of the morphological, biochemical, and phytochemical diversity of eight Iranian Crataegus pontica ecotypes concluded that C. pontica exhibits substantial metabolic plasticity in response to environmental variation, with high-altitude ecotypes demonstrating superior phytochemical profiles as promising candidates for breeding programs and nutraceutical development.