Winged Elm
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Winged Elm
Ulmus alata
The Winged Elm is a special tree with unique, wing-like structures on its branches. It grows tall and provides shade, making it a great spot for birds and other animals to rest.
Habitat: Forests
Appearance
The Winged Elm is a medium-sized tree with distinctive corky "wings" on its branches, especially noticeable on younger twigs. Its leaves are small, dark green, and oval with serrated edges, turning dull yellow in autumn. The tree has an open, rounded crown.
KingdomPlantaePhylumTracheophytaClassMagnoliopsidaOrderRosalesFamilyUlmaceaeGenusUlmus
Category
PlantsRarity
Common
Danger
1/5 · Very low
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Interesting facts
Its tiny seeds have paper-thin "wings" that let them spin like helicopters far away on the wind!
One of the first trees to bloom in spring, its small reddish flowers appear before its leaves!
The corky ridges on its twigs feel like tiny airplane wings, giving this tree its name!
Winged Elm wood is super strong and tough, once used to make things like wagon wheels!
Special abilities
Ability
Corky Armor
Winged Elm has unique corky "wings" on its twigs that help it withstand strong winds and deter browsing animals, protecting young branches.
Ability
Pioneer Spirit
Winged Elm can quickly colonize disturbed areas, growing rapidly to establish itself in new habitats before other slower trees.
Ability
Drought Buster
Winged Elm has a strong, deep root system that helps it access water from deeper soil, allowing it to survive dry periods.
Measurements & details
- Height
- 900-1800 cm
- Spread
- 600-1200 cm
- Bloom Season
- Early spring
- Edible
- No
- Toxicity
- None
- Lifecycle
- Perennial
- Pollination Method
- Wind
Ecological connections
eats
Elm Leaf Beetle
Pyrrhalta luteola
Feeds on elm leaves, causing defoliation.
eats
Eastern Tiger Swallowtail
Papilio glaucus
Its caterpillars munch on elm leaves.
parasitizes
Dutch Elm Disease fungus
Ophiostoma novo-ulmi
Causes a serious, often fatal, disease.
shelters
Northern Cardinal
Cardinalis cardinalis
Nests in its sturdy branches.
Traits
Deciduous
Deciduous plants periodically shed all their leaves, typically during autumn or dry seasons.
Shade Tolerant
Shade tolerant plants are adapted to grow and thrive in areas with low light levels, requiring less direct sunlight.
Broadleaf Tree
Broadleaf trees are angiosperms characterized by flat, wide leaves that are typically shed annually in temperate climates.
Pollinator Magnet
Describes plants that are particularly attractive and beneficial to a wide range of pollinating organisms.
Timber
Timber refers to wood that has been prepared for use in building and carpentry.
Forest
Forest habitats are terrestrial environments dominated by dense tree cover, supporting a high diversity of plant and animal life.
Longevous
This trait characterizes organisms with an exceptionally long lifespan compared to others of their kind.
Also known as
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Safety
Danger
1/5 · Very low
Stay away from the tree's branches and roots to avoid tripping.
Frequently Asked Questions
How tall is Winged Elm?
900-1800 cm
How wide does Winged Elm spread?
600-1200 cm
When does Winged Elm bloom?
Early spring
Is Winged Elm edible?
No
Is Winged Elm toxic?
None
What is Winged Elm's lifecycle?
Perennial
How is Winged Elm pollinated?
Wind
Where is Winged Elm usually found?
Forests
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