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Celtis glabrata
Scientific Name: Celtis glabrata
Family: Ulmaceae
Category: Dicot
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Celtis planchoniana
Celtis planchoniana, also known under the synonym Celtis glabrata, is a deciduous tree found in parts of eastern Europe and southwestern Asia.
Considerations for Pets
- Young shoots are initially covered in minute, scattered down, which later disappears (glabrous).
Considerations for Children
- Young shoots are initially covered in minute, scattered down, which later disappears (glabrous).
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Family: Cannabaceae (though historically classified under Ulmaceae)
- Kingdom: Plantae
- Subkingdom: Tracheobionta
- Synonyms: Celtis glabrata Steven ex Planch. (Note: The usage of this name is complex, involving conserved types and potential rejection in nomenclature). Other synonyms include Celtis caucasica Willd. and Celtis tnefortii var. glabrata, Boiss.
Distribution and Habitat
- Native to southeastern Europe and southwestern Asia.
Morphological Characteristics
- Deciduous tree.
- Described as a small tree or shrub with a rounded head of branches.
- Young shoots are furnished at first with minute scattered down, becoming quite glabrous later.
- Leaves can grow up to 10 cm long, are lacyntowane (likely meaning lanceolate), and slightly serrated.
Nomenclature Notes
- The name Celtis glabrata Steven ex Planch. has been proposed to be conserved against C. glabrata A. Spreng., indicating a history of taxonomic confusion.
Conservation Status
- Listed as Endangered (EN) in some regions, described as a Tertiary relic.
Further Information
- Information can be found at the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew (Herbarium Specimens).
- Additional data may be available through the Encyclopedia of Life (EOL).
- The RHS (Royal Horticultural Society) provides help and information.