Rough-leaf hackberry (Celtis asperifolia)

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Celtis asperifolia: Species Details and Leaf Morphology

The distinctively textured foliage of Celtis asperifolia makes it an intriguing subject of botanical study. This plant is a formally recognized member of the Celtis genus, noted for its specific structural adaptations.

Evaluated within the context of systematic botany, this species adds valuable data to the understanding of physical characteristics in woody plants. It is typically found in environments that support the natural growth of similar hackberry relatives.

Taxonomy

  • ∟ царство Plantae
  • ∟ division Tracheophytes (Vascular Plants)
  • ∟ subdivision Spermatophytes (Seed plants)
  • ∟ Angiosperms
  • ∟ mesangiosperms
  • ∟ eudicots
  • ∟ Superrosids
  • ∟ rosids
  • ∟ order Rosales
  • ∟ family Cannabaceae (Hemp family)
  • ∟ genus Celtis (Hackberry)
  • ∟ species Celtis asperifolia (Rough-leaf hackberry)

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Morphology

The specific name asperifolia translates directly to 'rough-leaved', indicating that the foliage of this plant possesses a noticeably coarse or scabrous texture. This tactile roughness is usually the result of stiff hairs or specialized trichomes covering the leaf surface.

In addition to its textured leaves, the plant shares the general structural attributes of its genus, such as specific venation patterns. The precise characteristics of its bark, twigs, and small fruiting bodies are important metrics for accurate taxonomic identification in the field.

Interesting facts

The botanical history of Celtis asperifolia is characterized by systematic re-evaluations. The name was deeply integrated into the historical exploration of Asian flora.

  • Taxonomic classification: The species was originally described by the American botanist Elmer Drew Merrill, who cataloged many plants of the Philippines in the early 20th century. Today, scientific databases list the name as a synonym for Celtis rigescens.
  • Meaning of the name: The specific epithet "asperifolia" is composed of the Latin words "asper" (rough) and "folium" (leaf). It refers to the distinctive texture of the foliage.
  • Main distribution area: Although the species occurs in a wide arc from the Malay Peninsula through Borneo and the Philippines to New Guinea and the Solomon Islands, it usually occurs only in a scattered manner.

Geography of distribution

  • Malaysia
  • Indonesia
  • Philippinen
  • Papua-Neuguinea
  • Salomonen

Sources

  • POWO (Plants of the World Online)
  • WFO (World Flora Online)
  • GBIF (Global Biodiversity Information Facility)

Technical Information

External Databases: GBIF, POWO, Tropicos

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