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European White Elm (Ulmus laevis)

European White Elm (Ulmus laevis) is a large deciduous tree native to Europe, known for its distinctive bark and tolerance to wet conditions.

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Sunlight

Prefers full sun but tolerates partial shade.

Watering

Keep soil consistently moist, tolerates waterlogging.

Soil

Adaptable to various soil types, but prefers moist, well-drained loamy soils. Tolerates clay and acidic conditions.

Temperature

Thrives in temperate climates.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Feed in spring with a balanced fertilizer.

Care Requirements

Light

Prefers full sun but tolerates partial shade.

Water

Keep soil consistently moist, tolerates waterlogging.

Soil

Adaptable to various soil types, but prefers moist, well-drained loamy soils. Tolerates clay and acidic conditions.

Temperature

Thrives in temperate climates.

Ideal growing range 15-25°C

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Feed in spring with a balanced fertilizer.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Tree

Plant Category

Foliage, Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Ground

Plant Environment

Outdoor

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

25-35 m

Spread

15-25 m

Growth Rate

Medium

Dormancy

Deciduous

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Simple

Flower Size

0.5 cm

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Synonyms
Ulmus acuta Dumort.
Ulmus alba Kit. ex Willd.
Ulmus celtidea Litv.
Ulmus ciliata Ehrh.
Ulmus effusa Willd.
Ulmus inflexa (Roth) Sloboda
Ulmus oblongata (Roth) Sloboda
Ulmus octandra Schkuhr
Ulmus pedunculata Foug.
Ulmus racemosa Borkh.
Ulmus rotundata (Roth) Sloboda
Ulmus simplicidens E.L.Wolf
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderRosales
  • familyUlmaceae
  • genusUlmus
  • speciesUlmus laevis
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

Rating: 0/5

Edible

No

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