Ulmus glabra
Wych Elm
The Wych Elm, also known as the Scots Elm, is a large deciduous tree with a broad crown and supple young shoots. It grows at elevations up to 1,500 meters and prefers sites with moist soils and high humidity. The tree is highly susceptible to Dutch elm disease but has some natural defenses against it.
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Rosales
Ulmaceae
Ulmus
The tree contains a triterpene called alnulin, which makes its bark less attractive to elm bark beetles. However, the concentration of alnulin is not as effective as in other species like Ulmus laevis.
The wood of the Wych Elm is prized for its color, grain, and occasional iridescent sheen. Historically, the inner bark was used medicinally as a panacea in 18th century France. Today, it is valued by craftsmen for its unique characteristics and used in various ornamental and practical applications.
Early spring
Late winter to early spring
40 meters (130 feet)
Apetalous, wind-pollinated
Moist soils and high humidity, typically found in montane regions
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