The Trees of Texas go 
The wood is yellowish white, heavy, but not strong. It re- 
sembles the ash somewhat and is used for the same purposes. 
The tree is also planted for shade and ornament. 
2. Celtis Helleri Small. Heller’s Hackberry. A small tree 
with maximum height of 30°-40° and trunk diameter of 

Fig. 30. Celtis reticulata. 
2°-3°. The branches are widespread, forming a rounded 
crown. Bark on mature trunks is characterized by the numer- 
ous corky warts. The young twigs are slender and hairy, 
becoming smooth and brown with age. Leaves firm, ovate to 
