Heller's hackberry (Celtis helleri)

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Celtis helleri: Species Overview and Taxonomy

Taxonomic authorities record Celtis helleri as a formally recognized species within the genus Celtis. Researchers continue to map its global presence and taxonomic standing. Comprehensive field studies detailing its specific natural habitat and physical characteristics are currently scarce.

Taxonomy

  • ∟ царство Plantae
  • ∟ division Tracheophytes (Vascular Plants)
  • ∟ subdivision Spermatophytes (Seed plants)
  • ∟ Angiosperms
  • ∟ mesangiosperms (Core angiosperms)
  • ∟ eudicots
  • ∟ Superrosids
  • ∟ rosids
  • ∟ order Rosales
  • ∟ family Cannabaceae (Hemp family)
  • ∟ genus Celtis (Hackberry)
  • ∟ species Celtis helleri (Heller's hackberry)

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Morphology

Celtis helleri is a tree with dense, ovate leaves. The leaf surface is scabrous with pronounced venation. Like most hackberry species, the leaf base is asymmetrical. The trunk is covered with grey bark featuring corky outgrowths. The fruit is a fleshy drupe borne on a relatively short pedicel.

Geography of distribution

  • Vereinigte Staaten
  • Mexico

Sources

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

Technical Information

External Databases: GBIF, POWO, Tropicos

See also