MAYBUSH is a common name for the HAWTHORN shrub, which is a species of flowering plant in the rose family. It is native to Europe, western Asia, and North Africa, and is widely cultivated as an ornamental plant. The HAWTHORN shrub has white or pink flowers and red berries, and its branches are often used in hedgerows. The wood of the HAWTHORN is hard and durable, and it is sometimes used for making furniture and tools.