Sugarberry
Common Name: Sugarberry
Species Name: Celtis laevigata Willd.
Family Name: Ulmaceae
Plant Type: Trees
Plant Facts | |
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Origin | North America |
Duration | Perennial |
Distribution in Oklahoma | Throughout except northern edge, western edge and panhandle |
Sun Preference | Moderately shade tolerant |
ID Characteristics
- Field Identification Characteristics
Planted for shade and shelterbelts, wildlife eat fruit
- Leaf and Stem Characteristics
- Plant Height: 24-inch diameter, 60-foot height
- Leaves: Decidious Broadleaf
- Leaf Type: Simple
- Leaf Arrangement: Alternate
- Leaf Shape: Lance-shaped, pointed and curved
- Stipules: Yes
- Floral Characteristics
- Petals: Not Showy
- Flower Color: Greenish-yellow
- Flower Timing: Spring
- Fruit Type: Drupe
Habitat/Ecology | |
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Habitat | Woodlands, closed canopy forests and near moist areas |
Soil Type | Moist |
USDA Cold Hardiness Zone | 7 and 8 |
Successional Stage | Mid to late |