Status:
valid
Authors:
Zi L.Chen & X.F.Jin
Source:
ipni
Year:
2017
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 298(1): 60 (2017)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001348308
Common Names
- Celtis neglecta
- C. neglecta
- Neglecta
Description
Celtis neglecta (also called 'Neglecta', among many other common names) is a species of shrub in the family Cannabaceae. It is native to Central America, where it grows in moist forests. It has a woody stem and its leaves are ovate to oblong in shape. It produces small white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Celtis neglecta has been used as a traditional medicine for treating fever, headache, and stomachache. It is also used as a dye and for making paper.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Celtis neglecta has small, white flowers that are arranged in an umbel-like inflorescence. The seeds are small, black, and glossy. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves that are arranged in a fan-like pattern.
Cultivation and Propagation
Celtis neglecta is a perennial tree that is easy to propagate from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types.
Where to Find Celtis neglecta
Celtis neglecta is native to North America and can be found in the United States and Canada.
Celtis neglecta FAQ
What is the scientific name of Celtis neglecta?
Celtis neglecta
What is the common name of Celtis neglecta?
Neglected Hackberry
What is the natural habitat of Celtis neglecta?
Grassy slopes, meadows, 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
Xiao Feng Jin: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'X.F.Jin' in the authors string.
Zi Lin Chen: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Zi L.Chen' in the authors string.