Celtis glabrata

Names and Synonyms

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Synonyms

• Celtis planchoniana
• Celtis tournefortii var. glabrata

Regional and Traditional Names

Sources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life

Taxonomical Classification

This plant, Celtis glabrata, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. Within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae, it is classified under the order Rosales. Finally, it is a member of the family Cannabaceae and the genus Celtis.

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Distribution

This plant exhibits a specific geographical range concentrated primarily within the southeastern and eastern regions of Europe. In Southeastern Europe, its presence is documented across Albania, Bulgaria, and Greece. It can also be found inhabiting the Northwestern Balkan Peninsula. Furthermore, the distribution extends into Eastern Europe, specifically within the Crimea region. These locations highlight the plant's preference for the unique environmental conditions of these particular territories.

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Botanical Identification

Ecology

The ecology of Celtis glabrata is characterized by its specialized adaptation to rugged, elevated terrains, specifically thriving within mountains and stony places. This species occupies niches defined by rocky substrates and steep inclinations, where it must contend with well-drained, often nutrient-poor soils found in lithic environments. Its presence in these high-altitude or mountainous zones suggests an ability to tolerate varying microclimates and exposure to intense solar radiation typical of rocky outcrops. By establishing itself in such stony habitats, Celtis glabrata plays a specific role in the stabilization of montane landscapes and the colonization of disturbed or sparsely vegetated rocky slopes.

Habitat :

mountains, stony places

Life history

The life history of Celtis glabrata is characterized by its classification as a phanerophyte, specifically exhibiting traits consistent with both phanerophyte and nanophanerophyte growth forms. As a phanerophyte, its perennating buds are elevated well above the ground level, typically held on woody stems or branches that allow the plant to survive unfavorable seasons by protecting its regenerative tissues. Within this category, it also displays characteristics of a nanophanerophyte, indicating a life cycle where the plant maintains a relatively low-growing woody structure compared to larger forest trees, yet still keeps its buds high enough to avoid seasonal surface disturbances. This life strategy enables the species to establish long-term persistence in its habitat, utilizing its woody architecture to endure environmental fluctuations while maintaining the ability to regrow from elevated buds.

Life form :

phanerophyte

Morphology

The morphology of Celtis glabrata is characterized by a woody growth form, specifically categorized as a tree. As a self-supporting plant, it does not exhibit climbing habits such as a liana or vine, nor does it function as an obligatory or facultative climber. The species is an independent organism, meaning it does not act as a parasite, and it maintains a terrestrial existence rather than functioning as an epiphyte. Regarding its habitat preference, the plant is primarily terrestrial, distinguishing it from aquatic or semiaquatic species.

Aquatic :

terrestrial

Climber :

self-supporting

Epiphyte :

terrestrial

Growth form :

tree

Parasite :

independent

Woodiness :

woody

Physiology

The physiology of Celtis glabrata is characterized by a metabolic framework centered on the C3 photosynthetic pathway, which dictates its carbon fixation process and water-use efficiency. In this C3 pathway, atmospheric carbon dioxide is primarily captured and incorporated into a three-carbon compound through the enzyme Rubisco during the Calvin cycle. This physiological mechanism implies that the plant's gas exchange and energy production are highly dependent on stomatal conductance, making its metabolic rate sensitive to ambient temperature and moisture availability. Consequently, the plant's ability to manage transpiration and maintain photosynthetic flux is closely tied to its environmental niche, as the C3 pathway lacks the specialized concentrating mechanisms found in C4 or CAM species, requiring a balance between CO2 uptake and the prevention of photorespiration and excessive water loss.

Photosynthetic pathway :

C3

Reproduction

The reproduction of Celtis glabrata is characterized by a specific seasonal flowering window that governs its reproductive cycle. The flowering period begins in March, marking the onset of its reproductive phase, and continues through April. While the timing of these biological processes can exhibit variability, the primary window for floral development and subsequent pollination is concentrated within these months.

Flowering time :

Mar

Flowering time :

Apr

Sources: Global Inventory of Floras and Traits (GIFT)

Plant Parts

Celtis glabrata has 1 reported plant parts identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases that are studied for medicinal purposes. The most consistently reported plant part include leaf.

Leaf

1. Drug and chemical toxicology

Chemicals

Celtis glabrata has 4 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include CHLOROFORM, acetone, ethanol, methanol.

CHLOROFORM

1. Drug and chemical toxicology

acetone

1. Drug and chemical toxicology

ethanol

1. Drug and chemical toxicology

methanol

1. Drug and chemical toxicology