Brazilian hackberry
Celtis brasiliensis
A deciduous tree or scrambling shrub in the Cannabaceae family, native to various countries in …
Thorny hackberry (Celtis espinosa)
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Celtis espinosa: Botanical Data and Taxonomy
Found within the diverse hackberry group, Celtis espinosa stands as a documented botanical species in scientific databases.
Researchers and taxonomists continue to study this taxon to better understand the ecological distribution and evolutionary traits of its genus.
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 espinosa (Thorny hackberry)
Morphology
The morphological characteristics of Celtis espinosa correspond to the basic body plan of hackberries (Celtis). The plant typically grows as a woody shrub or tree with a branched canopy. The foliage consists of alternately arranged leaves with distinct and characteristic leaf venation.
Generative reproduction occurs via small, inconspicuous flowers that are primarily pollinated by the wind. After fertilization, fleshy drupes develop, contributing to seed dispersal.
Sources
- GBIF Secretariat. GBIF Backbone Taxonomy.
- Plants of the World Online (POWO).
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