Williams' hackberry (Celtis williamsii)

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Celtis williamsii: Species Profile and Botanical Information

Botanical surveys have documented Celtis williamsii as a woody plant species belonging to the family Cannabaceae. As a member of the hackberry genus, it shares the resilient traits typical of its close relatives. The species continues to be of interest for taxonomic and ecological studies worldwide.

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 williamsii (Williams' hackberry)

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Morphology

The plant exhibits morphological characteristics consistent with the Celtis genus. The leaves are characteristically asymmetrical at the base, a common diagnostic feature for these trees. The foliage is simple and alternately arranged along the stems and branches.

The reproductive structures consist of small, petal-less flowers that eventually give way to fleshy drupes. These fruits typically contain a single hard seed and are adapted for dispersal by birds and other wildlife foraging in the area.

Interesting facts

The specific epithet williamsii honors a botanical collector or researcher associated with the discovery or description of the plant. Like many lesser-known species in this genus, it remains a subject of taxonomic study to determine its precise phylogenetic relationships.

Sources

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

Technical Information

External Databases: GBIF, POWO, Tropicos

See also