Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Cannabaceae

Genus:

Celtis

Species:

Celtis australis

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Tree

Height:

More than 40 ft

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Bloom Months:

mar, apr, may

Native Range

United States: California

Keystone Species Ranking

Caterpillar Keystone:

★★☆☆☆ Based on number of butterfly and moth species using this genus as host plant (Source: National Wildlife Federation)

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

well-drained, fertile, loamy soil

pH:

6.0 - 8.0 (neutral to slightly alkaline)

Drainage:

good drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

tolerates drought once established