Cavalerie's Hackberry (Celtis cavaleriei)

Biondi's Hackberry Каркас Бионди
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Celtis cavaleriei (Biondi's Hackberry): Species Profile and Ecology

Mountainous terrains and forested valleys of East Asia serve as the native habitat for this widespread deciduous tree. The species demonstrates exceptional drought tolerance and establishes itself firmly on rocky slopes, contributing significantly to the structural integrity of local forest ecosystems.

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 cavaleriei (Cavalerie's Hackberry)

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Morphology

The plant features a deep and expansive root system perfectly adapted to challenging and rocky soil environments. Its leaves display the classic hackberry asymmetry, featuring a sharply pointed apex, serrulate margins, and a slightly rough surface texture. Small, inconspicuous flowers eventually develop into globose stone fruits that persist on the branches well into the colder winter months.

Interesting facts

The species was named in honor of Pierre Julien Cavalerie, a French missionary and dedicated botanical collector who extensively documented the diverse flora of China.

Geography of distribution

  • China

Sources

  • Plants of the World Online (POWO)
  • Tropicos

Technical Information

External Databases: POWO, Tropicos

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