Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Genus:
Species:
tikalana
ID:
594455

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lundell

Source:
cmp

Year:
1960

Citation Micro:
Wrightia 2: 50 (1960)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000593787

Common Names

  • Celtis tikalana
  • Tikal Hackberry
  • Tikalana Celtis

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Description

Celtis tikalana (also called Guatemalan hackberry, among many other common names) is a deciduous tree native to Central America. It has a broad, rounded crown and a short trunk, and grows up to 15 meters tall. It is found in moist forests, thickets, and along streams and rivers.

Uses & Benefits

Celtis tikalana is used for ornamental purposes, as it is a fast-growing tree with a rounded crown. It is also used for windbreaks and shade.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Celtis tikalana has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seed is brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and thin.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Celtis tikalana is a deciduous tree that grows best in full sun and moist, well-drained soils. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil types and pH levels. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be planted in spring or early summer. The seed should be stratified for best results.

Where to Find Celtis tikalana

Celtis tikalana is native to Guatemala and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Celtis tikalana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Celtis tikalana?

Celtis tikalana

What is the common name of Celtis tikalana?

Tikal Hackberry

What is the natural habitat of Celtis tikalana?

Moist forests, woodlands, and thickets

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,

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