Chichape hackberry (Celtis chichape)

Chichape
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Celtis chichape: South American Evergreen Tree

The evergreen canopy of Celtis chichape allows it to thrive across various altitudinal zones in South America. This resilient shrub or small tree grows at elevations up to 1600 meters, forming a crucial part of the regional flora. The species was formally described in 1853 by the Dutch botanist Friedrich Anton Wilhelm Miquel, based on the earlier work of Hugh Algernon Weddell.

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 chichape (Chichape hackberry)

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Morphology

Growth forms range from dense shrubs to small evergreen trees. The branches often display a subtle pubescence, a trait reflected in historical synonyms such as Celtis pubescens and Celtis sericea. The alternate leaves feature the characteristic asymmetrical base common to the genus, creating a dense and textured foliage profile.

Interesting facts

The extensive list of botanical synonyms, including Momisia chichape and various forms of Celtis tala, points to significant morphological variation across its geographic range. Such diversity in historical classification highlights the phenotypic plasticity of the species in different habitats.

Geography of distribution

  • Argentina
  • Brazil
  • Paraguay
  • Uruguay

Sources

  • Flora Brasiliensis
  • Plants of the World Online (POWO)

Technical Information

External Databases: GBIF, POWO, Tropicos

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