Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Genus:
Species:
madagascariensis
ID:
594290

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sattarian

Source:
cmp

Year:
2005

Citation Micro:
Blumea 50: 501 (2005)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000593622



Common Names

  • Madagascar Hackberry
  • Madagascar Nettletree
  • Madagascar Celtis


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Description

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

Uses & Benefits

Celtis madagascariensis 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.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Celtis madagascariensis 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 madagascariensis is a deciduous tree native to Madagascar. 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 madagascariensis

Celtis madagascariensis can be found in Madagascar.

Celtis madagascariensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Celtis madagascariensis?

Celtis madagascariensis

What is the common name of Celtis madagascariensis?

Madagascar Hackberry

What is the natural habitat of Celtis madagascariensis?

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2708354: Based on the initial data import
A. Sattarian: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sattarian' in the authors string.