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Chinese Elm
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Chinese Elm
ulmus parvifolia
The Chinese Elm is a beautiful tree that has small, serrated leaves. It is great for climbing and provides shade for kids to play under!
Habitat: They are commonly found in parks and gardens, often planted in urban areas.
Appearance
The Chinese Elm is a medium-sized deciduous or semi-evergreen tree with graceful, pendulous branches and mottled, exfoliating bark showing patches of grey, green, orange, and brown. Its small, glossy dark green leaves have finely toothed edges.
KingdomPlantaePhylumTracheophytaClassMagnoliopsidaOrderRosalesFamilyUlmaceaeGenusUlmus
Category
PlantsRarity
Common
Danger
1/5 · Very low
Snaps
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Interesting facts
Chinese Elms can grow in a huge range of climates, from hot deserts to cold mountains!
Its tiny, subtle flowers release pollen when most other trees have finished!
Some Chinese Elms have bark so smooth they feel like polished stone!
This tree is super popular for making tiny, artistic bonsai trees!
Special abilities
Ability
Bark Camouflage
Chinese Elm has unique peeling bark that creates a mosaic pattern, helping it blend into varied urban environments and resisting sun scald.
Ability
City Survivor
Chinese Elm can tolerate poor soil, air pollution, and drought, helping it thrive in harsh city conditions where other trees struggle.
Ability
Fast Recovery
Chinese Elm can quickly heal wounds from pruning or damage, helping it stay healthy and resist diseases or pests.
Measurements & details
- Height
- 1000-1800 cm
- Spread
- 1000-1500 cm
- Bloom Season
- Late summer
- Edible
- No
- Toxicity
- None
- Lifecycle
- Perennial
- Pollination Method
- Wind
Ecological connections
Traits
Arboreal
Arboreal animals live primarily in trees, utilizing them for shelter, food, and protection from predators.
Colorful
Colorful describes organisms or objects displaying a wide range of bright and distinct colors.
Herbivorous
This trait characterizes organisms whose diet consists entirely or primarily of plant material.
Forest
Forest habitats are terrestrial environments dominated by dense tree cover, supporting a high diversity of plant and animal life.
Diurnal
Diurnal animals are primarily active during daylight hours, typically resting or sleeping at night.
Also known as
Chinese HackberryLacebark Elm
Collections
Safety
Danger
1/5 · Very low
Always make sure to check for any falling branches when playing near trees.
Frequently Asked Questions
How tall is Chinese Elm?
1000-1800 cm
How wide does Chinese Elm spread?
1000-1500 cm
When does Chinese Elm bloom?
Late summer
Is Chinese Elm edible?
No
Is Chinese Elm toxic?
None
What is Chinese Elm's lifecycle?
Perennial
How is Chinese Elm pollinated?
Wind
Where is Chinese Elm usually found?
They are commonly found in parks and gardens, often planted in urban areas.
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