Celtis bungeana

Celtis bungeana’s leaves shine bright green in summer and turn golden before shedding. Its fall appearance will be particularly spectacularly in colder parts of the country. The blooming at the end of winter is in shades of yellow, and the leaves darken until they return to the shiny dark hue that characterizes the tree in summer. It is handsome as a solitary tree or in a group, as a shade tree, is suitable for boulevards, streets and private gardens. It is not very large (its adult height is 10–15 m, and its round, broad canopy has a diameter of 8–10 m). It stands out in its strength and resilience. It does well in heatwaves, as well as in cold and frosts. It requires minimal water and is drought-resistant, though it is best to regularly water a young tree until it is established. It is suitable for almost any soil, but less so for saline types, where it has a tendency toward chlorosis. It has good resistance to diseases, pests and air pollution. Like all Celtis trees, it must be well-designed from a young age to establish a stable and balanced frame, which will prevent a tendency for breakages in the tree’s adulthood.

It is with good reason that Celtis bungeana, which originates from Southeast Asia, is widespread in Israel, and it is one of the most common boulevard-lining trees in Israel.

In the same family: Celtis bungeana | Celtis australis |Celtis sinensis | Celtis africana | Celtis occidentalis | Zelkova serrata