Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Genus:
Species:
timorensis
ID:
594456

Status:
valid

Authors:
Span.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1841

Citation Micro:
Linnaea 15: 343 (1841)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000593788

Common Names

  • Celtis timorensis
  • Timor Hackberry
  • Timorensis Celtis

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Synonyms

  • Sponia pendula Span. [unknown]
  • Celtis cinnamomea Lindl. ex Planch. [unknown]
  • Celtis crenato-serrata Merr. [unknown]
  • Celtis dysodoxylon Thwaites [unknown]
  • Celtis hamata Blume [unknown]
  • Celtis reticulosa Miq. [unknown]
  • Celtis waitzii Blume [unknown]

Description

Celtis timorensis (also called Timor hackberry, among many other common names) is a deciduous tree native to Southeast Asia. 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 timorensis 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 timorensis 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 timorensis can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained, sandy soil. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a sandy soil. The plant prefers full sun and can tolerate some drought.

Where to Find Celtis timorensis

Celtis timorensis is native to Indonesia and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Celtis timorensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Celtis timorensis?

Celtis timorensis

What is the common name of Celtis timorensis?

Timor Hackberry

What is the natural habitat of Celtis timorensis?

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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