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Celtis sinensis
West of Plant and Environmental Sciences, on California Ave.
The Chinese hackberry is a tall tree with a broad canopy. Good street tree; has smooth leaves with scalloped edges and small berry like fruits.
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Botanical Name:
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Celtis sinensis
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Common Name:
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Chinese hackberry
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Location:
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West of Plant and Environmental Sciences, on California Ave.
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Family:
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Ulmaceae
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Sunset Zones:
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8-16, 18-20, H1
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Native Range:
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China, Japan, and Korea
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Habitat:
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Prefers rich, well-drained soil, and moderate water. Tolerates infertile soil and pollution.
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General Habit:
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Deciduous tree to 50-70 ft. tall.
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Notes:
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Many Chinese Hackberries on campus have begun to show signs of stress due to high concentrations of boron in the water and infestations of the Australian wooly aphid.
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