Ulmus americana, generally known as the American elm or, less commonly, as the white elm or water elm, [a] is a species of elm native to eastern North America. The trees can live for several hundred years.

2022年10月6日 · The American elm tree (Ilmus americana) is a tall, mighty tree, native to the eastern United States. This spreading deciduous tree is the state tree of North Carolina. It is known for its lush foliage, and American elm leaves can grow as long as your hand.

2022年2月18日 · The American elm tree is a popular deciduous broadleaf landscape tree with an attractive shape and fall colors. American elms are identified by their upright-spreading habit that forms an appealing urn-shaped, broad crown.

The American elm was the most popular tree to plant in the booming cities of the 19th century, so that by the 20th century many streets were lined with only elms and were shaded in summer by a cathedral-like ceiling of their branches.

American elm (Ulmus americana), also known as white elm, water elm, soft elm, or Florida elm, is most notable for its susceptibility to the wilt fungus, Ceratocystis ulmi. Commonly called Dutch elm disease, this wilt has had a tragic impact on American elms.

American elm is a rapidly growing perennial, woody, deciduous tree in the elm family (Ulmaceae). It grows 60 to 80 feet tall with a trunk diameter of 2 to 5 feet. Older trees sometimes develop buttresses that expand their base. The tree is native to eastern North America.

2024年5月29日 · The American Elm (Ulmus americana), also known as the white elm, water elm, soft elm, or Florida elm, is a type of elm tree native to eastern North America. It is characterize by a vase-shaped habit, forming a broad, flat-topped or vase-like crown.

2024年9月9日 · Discover how to identify American elm trees by examining their unique leaves, bark, flowers, and seeds. Learn about the dangers of Dutch elm disease, their ecological importance, and the myriad benefits they provide, from shade and wildlife support to timber and air quality enhancement.

The beloved shade tree, the American elm, is making a comeback, thanks to new varieties and cultivars that tolerate Dutch elm disease.

Handsome and graceful, Ulmus americana (American Elm) is a medium to large deciduous tree of upright-spreading habit, forming a very broad, flat-topped or vaselike crown. A fast grower, American Elm is a very impressive tree that has been widely planted as a street and lawn tree.