Hackberry

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.