Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Genus:
Species:
mauritiana
ID:
594293

Status:
valid

Authors:
Planch.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1848

Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat., Bot. , sér. 3, 10: 307 (1848)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000593625

Common Names

  • Mauritian Hackberry
  • Mauritian Nettletree
  • Mauritian Celtis

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Synonyms

  • Celtis brownii Rendle [unknown]
  • Celtis prantlii Priemer ex Engl. [unknown]
  • Celtis rendleana G.Taylor [unknown]
  • Celtis scotellioides A.Chev. [unknown]

Description

Celtis mauritiana (also called Mauritius Hackberry, among many other common names) is a deciduous tree with a rounded crown and spreading branches. It is native to Mauritius, and grows in a variety of habitats, including moist woods, dry woods, and rocky hillsides.

Uses & Benefits

Celtis mauritiana is a popular ornamental plant, grown for its bright, showy flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, headache, and other ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Celtis prantlii for. parvifolia Hauman

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Celtis mauritiana has small, greenish-white flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small, brown, and oval-shaped. The seedlings have a single stem with oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Celtis mauritiana is a deciduous tree native to Mauritius. It grows in moist, well-drained soils in open woodlands and along streams. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in the fall or early winter in a warm, humid environment and should be kept moist until they have germinated. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.

Where to Find Celtis mauritiana

Celtis mauritiana can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, including Mauritius, Madagascar, and the Seychelles.

Celtis mauritiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Celtis mauritiana?

Celtis mauritiana

What is the common name of Celtis mauritiana?

Mauritius Hackberry

What is the natural habitat of Celtis mauritiana?

Dry, rocky hillsides and open woodlands

Species in the Celtis genus

Celtis adolfi-friderici, Celtis africana, Celtis australis, Celtis balansae, Celtis berteroana, Celtis bifida, Celtis biondii, Celtis boninensis, Celtis brasiliensis, Celtis bungeana, Celtis caucasica, Celtis caudata, Celtis cerasifera, Celtis chekiangensis, Celtis chichape, Celtis conferta, Celtis glabrata, Celtis gomphophylla, Celtis harperi, Celtis hildebrandii, Celtis hypoleuca, Celtis iguanaea, Celtis jamaicensis, Celtis jessoensis, Celtis julianae, Celtis koraiensis, Celtis laevigata, Celtis latifolia, Celtis lindheimeri, Celtis loxensis, Celtis luzonica, Celtis madagascariensis, Celtis mauritiana, Celtis mildbraedii, Celtis occidentalis, Celtis orthacanthos, Celtis pacifica, Celtis pallida, Celtis paniculata, Celtis petenensis, Celtis philippensis, Celtis punctata, Celtis reticulata, Celtis rigescens, Celtis rubrovenia, Celtis salomonensis, Celtis schippii, Celtis sinensis, Celtis solenostigma, Celtis spinosa,

Species in the Cannabaceae family

Aphananthe aspera, Aphananthe cuspidata, Aphananthe monoica, Aphananthe philippinensis, Aphananthe sakalava, Cannabis sativa, Celtis adolfi-friderici, Celtis africana, Celtis australis, Celtis balansae, Celtis berteroana, Celtis bifida, Celtis biondii, Celtis boninensis, Celtis brasiliensis, Celtis bungeana, Celtis caucasica, Celtis caudata, Celtis cerasifera, Celtis chekiangensis, Celtis chichape, Celtis conferta, Celtis glabrata, Celtis gomphophylla, Celtis harperi, Celtis hildebrandii, Celtis hypoleuca, Celtis iguanaea, Celtis jamaicensis, Celtis jessoensis, Celtis julianae, Celtis koraiensis, Celtis laevigata, Celtis latifolia, Celtis lindheimeri, Celtis loxensis, Celtis luzonica, Celtis madagascariensis, Celtis mauritiana, Celtis mildbraedii, Celtis occidentalis, Celtis orthacanthos, Celtis pacifica, Celtis pallida, Celtis paniculata, Celtis petenensis, Celtis philippensis, Celtis punctata, Celtis reticulata, Celtis rigescens,