Celtis caucasica
About
Celtis caucasica, the Caucasian hackberry or Caucasian nettle tree, is a species of flowering plant in the family Cannabaceae. It is native to the Caucasus region, Central Asia, and on to the western Himalaya. Hardy to USDA zone 5b, it tolerates poor soils, drought, and nearby paving, and can be used as street tree. It is a nitrogen-fixer, in symbiosis with the mycorrhizal fungi Funneliformis mosseae and Rhizophagus intraradices.
- Family
- Cannabaceae
How to use it
The Caucasian hackberry is an excellent choice for urban landscaping due to its resilience. It can be planted as a street tree, where it not only beautifies the area but also improves soil quality through its nitrogen-fixing abilities. This makes it beneficial for other plants in the vicinity.
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Gardening tip
When planting a Caucasian hackberry, ensure it is placed in a location with good drainage and plenty of sunlight. This tree is hardy and can tolerate poor soils, making it a great choice for challenging garden spots.
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Ecology
How it lives
- Propagated by
- Seed
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- Name
- Celtis caucasica
- Slug
- celtis-caucasica
- Kingdom
- Plantae
- Family
- Cannabaceae
- Genus
- Celtis
- Species
- caucasica
- Wikidata QID
- Q4215118
- Propagule type
- seed
- Container suitable
- No
- Indoor suitable
- No
- OSSI pledged
- No
- Hazard level
- 1
- Data completeness
- 43
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