Plants in genus celtis
Celtis laevigata
Celtis laevigata, a hardy relative of the elm tree, features a broad, rounded crown and yellow fall color. It produces edible, nutritious berry-like drupes and tolerates various environmental stresses, growing up to 80 feet tall.
Celtis occidentalis
Celtis occidentalis, commonly known as the hackberry, is a fast-growing shade tree native to the Eastern and Midwest United States. It is tolerant of clay soils, pollution, and salt, making it suitable for urban environments. The tree produces small, edible berries and has a distinctive corky trunk. It is deciduous, with leaves that turn yellow in the fall, and provides shelter and food for birds.