Brazilian hackberry
Celtis brasiliensis
A deciduous tree or scrambling shrub in the Cannabaceae family, native to various countries in …
Georgia hackberry (Celtis georgiana)
Thin-leaved Hackberry
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Celtis georgiana: The Georgia Hackberry Profile
Native to southeastern woodlands, Celtis georgiana forms an integral part of the understory ecosystem. This hardy species, often adopting a shrubby or small tree growth form, thrives in rocky and dry habitats where other deciduous trees might struggle. It provides essential resources for local wildlife, supporting populations of native birds and specialized insects.
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 georgiana (Georgia hackberry)
Morphology
This plant typically develops as a small, irregularly branched tree or a multi-stemmed shrub. Its foliage consists of ovate to lanceolate leaves with characteristically asymmetrical bases and serrate margins, often slightly thinner in texture compared to related species. The fruit is a small, spherical drupe that transitions from green to a dark purple or brownish hue upon ripening.
Flowering season
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Applications
In natural landscapes, it serves as an excellent stabilizer for rocky slopes and degraded soils. The sweet, fleshy drupes are a vital food source for numerous bird species during the autumn and winter months.
Interesting facts
The foliage frequently serves as a primary food source for the caterpillars of several butterfly species, including the hackberry emperor and the snout butterfly.
Geography of distribution
- United States
Sources
- POWO
- GBIF
- WFO
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