| Name | Hackberry (Celtis occidentalis) |
| Type | Hardwood. |
| Other Names | Also known as sugarberry, nettle tree, bastard elm, hoop ash and hacktree. |
| Sources | Grows in eastern half of United States and southern Canada. |
| Appearance | Straight or sometimes interlocked grain and fairly uniform texture. Yellowish gray to light brown heartwood and pale to greenish yellow sapwood. |
| Physical Props | Soft and moderately heavy with low strength, stiffness, shock resistance and decay resistance. Medium movement in service. |
| Working Props | Works easily with machine or sharp hand tools. Good carving wood. Pre-drilling recommended for screwing or nailing. Glues, stains and finishes well – natural finishes especially. |
| Uses | Resembles ash and elm and has similar uses, such as: crates, farm implements, carving, athletic goods, millwork, and interior cabinetry. |
