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Hackberries (Celtis)
Many species of hackberries are drought-tolerant. They are sometimes cultivated as ornamental trees, particularly in botanical gardens and arboreta. The wood is sometimes used in cabinetry. The flowers bloom in early spring, and the leaves are an important food source for caterpillars.
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Perennial
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Attributes of Hackberries
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Deciduous
Scientific Classification of Hackberries
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How to Grow and Care for Hackberries
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The 'hackberries' genus generally presents a low-maintenance care profile. Basic care needs include full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil, ideally pH balanced. Hackberries plants thrive in moderate temperatures and do not require frequent watering. Common challenges include susceptibility to pests like aphids and problems like cankers and root rot. Adjustments for seasonal considerations involve the application of a slow-release fertilizer in spring and regular pruning in late winter or early spring to maintain shape and health.
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8 most common species：
Common hackberry
Common hackberry (Celtis occidentalis) is a medium-sized deciduous tree, native to North America. It looks similar to elms and some other hackberry trees at first glance, but you can distinguish it by looking at the bark - if it is verrucous and has corky texture, then it is probably common hackberry.
Sugarberry
Celtis laevigata, commonly known as sugarberry, is a deciduous medium-sized tree native to North America. It is often found near water - on floodplains, along rivers and streams. There are many species of birds, small mammals, and insects that use sugarberry's fruits and leaves as a source of food, which makes it a very important part of the ecosystem.
Chinese hackberry
This deciduous tree, the chinese hackberry or Celtis sinensis, is a deciduous tree and a member of the hemp family. It can grow to about 18 m tall. It can be considered invasive.
European nettle tree
European nettle tree (Celtis australis) is a tall and sturdy deciduous tree - growing from 12 to 21 m in height. It's unique because it blooms with both male and female flowers. Berries appear in summer, ripening to a dark purple in fall. A variety of birds are attracted to the fruit, helping to disperse the seeds. The european nettle tree is considered a great choice to create shade or as a street tree.
Club beak
The club beak is an evergreen tree commonly used as a material: Its wood is used for oars because they are durable and strong. Its main pollinators are bees, and it produces small, green, fleshy fruits. The flowers are tiny and pale green, and the tree has a smooth bark.
Netleaf hackberry
Netleaf hackberry (Celtis laevigata var. reticulata) is a deciduous tree that grows slowly and can live to be 200 years olds. Netleaf hackberry flowers bloom in spring and are small and inconspicuous. Its reddish-brown berries ripen in fall and provide food for birds and wildlife. Many forest animals depend on this tree for coverage and food.
White stinkwood
The white stinkwood is named both for its pale, smooth bark and for the unpleasant odor of its wood when it is cut. Its fruits and leaves help feed several species of bird, goat, cattle and butterfly. In South Africa, white stinkwood is mixed with crocodile fat as a charm against lightning.
Spiny Hackberry
Spiny Hackberry (Celtis ehrenbergiana) is a perennial shrub that grows from 2.5 to 5 m tall. It blooms in spring and summer with chartreuse colored flowers. Attracts birds, bees, butterflies and hummingbirds. Bright orange berries ripen late summer to early fall. Fruits are edible and sweet. Thrives in full sun to partial shade.
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Common hackberry
Common hackberry
Common hackberry (Celtis occidentalis) is a medium-sized deciduous tree, native to North America. It looks similar to elms and some other hackberry trees at first glance, but you can distinguish it by looking at the bark - if it is verrucous and has corky texture, then it is probably common hackberry.
Sugarberry
Sugarberry
Celtis laevigata, commonly known as sugarberry, is a deciduous medium-sized tree native to North America. It is often found near water - on floodplains, along rivers and streams. There are many species of birds, small mammals, and insects that use sugarberry's fruits and leaves as a source of food, which makes it a very important part of the ecosystem.
Chinese hackberry
Chinese hackberry
This deciduous tree, the chinese hackberry or Celtis sinensis, is a deciduous tree and a member of the hemp family. It can grow to about 18 m tall. It can be considered invasive.
European nettle tree
European nettle tree
European nettle tree (Celtis australis) is a tall and sturdy deciduous tree - growing from 12 to 21 m in height. It's unique because it blooms with both male and female flowers. Berries appear in summer, ripening to a dark purple in fall. A variety of birds are attracted to the fruit, helping to disperse the seeds. The european nettle tree is considered a great choice to create shade or as a street tree.
Club beak
Club beak
The club beak is an evergreen tree commonly used as a material: Its wood is used for oars because they are durable and strong. Its main pollinators are bees, and it produces small, green, fleshy fruits. The flowers are tiny and pale green, and the tree has a smooth bark.
Netleaf hackberry
Netleaf hackberry
Netleaf hackberry (Celtis laevigata var. reticulata) is a deciduous tree that grows slowly and can live to be 200 years olds. Netleaf hackberry flowers bloom in spring and are small and inconspicuous. Its reddish-brown berries ripen in fall and provide food for birds and wildlife. Many forest animals depend on this tree for coverage and food.
White stinkwood
White stinkwood
The white stinkwood is named both for its pale, smooth bark and for the unpleasant odor of its wood when it is cut. Its fruits and leaves help feed several species of bird, goat, cattle and butterfly. In South Africa, white stinkwood is mixed with crocodile fat as a charm against lightning.
Spiny Hackberry
Spiny Hackberry
Spiny Hackberry (Celtis ehrenbergiana) is a perennial shrub that grows from 2.5 to 5 m tall. It blooms in spring and summer with chartreuse colored flowers. Attracts birds, bees, butterflies and hummingbirds. Bright orange berries ripen late summer to early fall. Fruits are edible and sweet. Thrives in full sun to partial shade.
Iguana hackberry
Iguana hackberry
The fruit of the iguana hackberry are edible and also attract birds who aid in seed dispersal. It is native to South America and some southern North American states. In Florida, it is considered an endangered species.
Biond's hackberry
Biond's hackberry
Biond's hackberry is a deciduous tree with a robust and flexible structure, thriving in various soils. Its rough bark and thin, sharply toothed leaves distinguish it. This tree adapts well to urban settings, bespeaking resilience by withstanding pollution and limited space. Small, inconspicuous flowers signal the coming of small round fruits that attract birds, fostering ecological interactions.
Korean hackberry
Korean hackberry
Celtis koraiensis commonly known as the Korean hackberry is a deciduous tree in the genus Celtis. The species is endemic to the Korean Peninsula and the north of China. It is typically found in altitudes of 100 to 1500 metres (330 to 4920 ft). The tree flowers in spring and the fruit ripens in fall. It can grow up to 15 metres (49 ft) in height.
Bunge's hackberry
Bunge's hackberry
Celtis bungeana, commonly known as Bunge's hackberry is a deciduous tree in the genus Celtis that can grow 15 meters in height.
Celtis jessoensis
Celtis jessoensis
Celtis jessoensis is a deciduous tree recognized for its robust growth in temperate zones and ability to thrive in a range of soil conditions. Its bark is distinctively flaky, serving as a protective layer against environmental stress. The leaves of celtis jessoensis have a characteristic asymmetrical base, with serrated margins contributing to its unique profile. Small, inconspicuous flowers give way to fruits that attract a variety of bird species, highlighting its role in local ecosystems.
Dwarf hackberry
Dwarf hackberry
Dwarf hackberry, a hardy deciduous tree, thrives in well-drained soils across temperate zones. Its slender branches and fine-textured foliage emerge from a grayish-brown, warty bark. Recognizable by its small, serrated leaves and inconspicuous flowers, dwarf hackberry is often sought by wildlife for its small, dark fruits, which persist into winter, providing much-needed nourishment.
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Dracaena
Dracaena are popular house plants that are easy to grow. They can tolerate low-light conditions and require little watering. Their leaves range from variegated to dark green. Their characteristic traits include woody stems that grow slowly but offer a striking appearance for small spaces such as apartments or offices.
Fig trees
Fig trees have been cultivated in many regions for their fruits, particularly the common fig, F. carica. Most of the species have edible fruits, although the common fig is the only one of commercial value. Fig trees are also important food sources for wildlife in the tropics, including monkeys, bats, and insects.
Brambles
Brambles are members of the rose family, and there are hundreds of different types to be found throughout the European countryside. They have been culturally significant for centuries; Christian folklore stories hold that when the devil was thrown from heaven, he landed on a bramble bush. Their vigorous growth habit can tangle into native plants and take over.
Maples
The popular tree family known as maples change the color of their leaves in the fall. Many cultural traditions encourage people to watch the colors change, such as momijigari in Japan. Maples popular options for bonsai art. Alternately, their sap is used to create maple syrup.
Prunus
Prunus is a genus of flowering fruit trees that includes almonds, cherries, plums, peaches, nectarines, and apricots. These are often known as "stone fruits" because their pits are large seeds or "stones." When prunus trees are damaged, they exhibit "gummosis," a condition in which the tree's gum (similar to sap) is secreted to the bark to help heal external wounds.
Nightshades
Nightshades is a large and diverse genus of plants, with more than 1500 different types worldwide. This genus incorporates both important staple food crops like tomato, potato, and eggplant, but also dangerous poisonous plants from the nightshade family. The name was coined by Pliny the Elder almost two thousand years ago.
Roses
Most species of roses are shrubs or climbing plants that have showy flowers and sharp thorns. They are commonly cultivated for cut flowers or as ornamental plants in gardens due to their attractive appearance, pleasant fragrance, and cultural significance in many countries. The rose hips (fruits) can also be used in jams and teas.
Oaks
Oaks are among the world's longest-lived trees, sometimes growing for over 1,000 years! The oldest known oak tree is in the southern United States and is over 1,500 years old. Oaks produce an exceedingly popular type of wood which is used to make different products, from furniture and flooring to wine barrels and even cosmetic creams.
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About
Key Facts
Distribution
How To Care
All Species
More Genus
Hackberries
Celtis
Many species of hackberries are drought-tolerant. They are sometimes cultivated as ornamental trees, particularly in botanical gardens and arboreta. The wood is sometimes used in cabinetry. The flowers bloom in early spring, and the leaves are an important food source for caterpillars.
Lifespan
Perennial
Key Facts About Hackberries
Feedback
Attributes of Hackberries
Leaf type
Deciduous
Scientific Classification of Hackberries
Distribution of Hackberries
Feedback
Distribution Map of Hackberries
Native
Cultivated
Invasive
Potentially invasive
Exotic
No species reported
How to Grow and Care for Hackberries
Feedback
The 'hackberries' genus generally presents a low-maintenance care profile. Basic care needs include full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil, ideally pH balanced. Hackberries plants thrive in moderate temperatures and do not require frequent watering. Common challenges include susceptibility to pests like aphids and problems like cankers and root rot. Adjustments for seasonal considerations involve the application of a slow-release fertilizer in spring and regular pruning in late winter or early spring to maintain shape and health.
How to Water Hackberries?
What Are the Sunlight Requirements for Hackberries?
How to Propagate Hackberries?
How to Plant Hackberries?
Exploring the Hackberries Plants
Feedback
8 most common species：
Common hackberry
Common hackberry (Celtis occidentalis) is a medium-sized deciduous tree, native to North America. It looks similar to elms and some other hackberry trees at first glance, but you can distinguish it by looking at the bark - if it is verrucous and has corky texture, then it is probably common hackberry.
Sugarberry
Celtis laevigata, commonly known as sugarberry, is a deciduous medium-sized tree native to North America. It is often found near water - on floodplains, along rivers and streams. There are many species of birds, small mammals, and insects that use sugarberry's fruits and leaves as a source of food, which makes it a very important part of the ecosystem.
Chinese hackberry
This deciduous tree, the chinese hackberry or Celtis sinensis, is a deciduous tree and a member of the hemp family. It can grow to about 18 m tall. It can be considered invasive.
European nettle tree
European nettle tree (Celtis australis) is a tall and sturdy deciduous tree - growing from 12 to 21 m in height. It's unique because it blooms with both male and female flowers. Berries appear in summer, ripening to a dark purple in fall. A variety of birds are attracted to the fruit, helping to disperse the seeds. The european nettle tree is considered a great choice to create shade or as a street tree.
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All Species of Hackberries
More Popular Genus
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Dracaena
Dracaena are popular house plants that are easy to grow. They can tolerate low-light conditions and require little watering. Their leaves range from variegated to dark green. Their characteristic traits include woody stems that grow slowly but offer a striking appearance for small spaces such as apartments or offices.
Fig trees
Fig trees have been cultivated in many regions for their fruits, particularly the common fig, F. carica. Most of the species have edible fruits, although the common fig is the only one of commercial value. Fig trees are also important food sources for wildlife in the tropics, including monkeys, bats, and insects.
Brambles
Brambles are members of the rose family, and there are hundreds of different types to be found throughout the European countryside. They have been culturally significant for centuries; Christian folklore stories hold that when the devil was thrown from heaven, he landed on a bramble bush. Their vigorous growth habit can tangle into native plants and take over.
Maples
The popular tree family known as maples change the color of their leaves in the fall. Many cultural traditions encourage people to watch the colors change, such as momijigari in Japan. Maples popular options for bonsai art. Alternately, their sap is used to create maple syrup.
Prunus
Prunus is a genus of flowering fruit trees that includes almonds, cherries, plums, peaches, nectarines, and apricots. These are often known as "stone fruits" because their pits are large seeds or "stones." When prunus trees are damaged, they exhibit "gummosis," a condition in which the tree's gum (similar to sap) is secreted to the bark to help heal external wounds.
Nightshades
Nightshades is a large and diverse genus of plants, with more than 1500 different types worldwide. This genus incorporates both important staple food crops like tomato, potato, and eggplant, but also dangerous poisonous plants from the nightshade family. The name was coined by Pliny the Elder almost two thousand years ago.
Roses
Most species of roses are shrubs or climbing plants that have showy flowers and sharp thorns. They are commonly cultivated for cut flowers or as ornamental plants in gardens due to their attractive appearance, pleasant fragrance, and cultural significance in many countries. The rose hips (fruits) can also be used in jams and teas.
Oaks
Oaks are among the world's longest-lived trees, sometimes growing for over 1,000 years! The oldest known oak tree is in the southern United States and is over 1,500 years old. Oaks produce an exceedingly popular type of wood which is used to make different products, from furniture and flooring to wine barrels and even cosmetic creams.
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