Plant Details

Ulmus laevis

Elm

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General Information

Scientific name: Ulmus laevis
Also known as: Elm

Plant Properties

Layer: Tree
Size: Large
Height: 30.00 m
Width: 15.00 m
Growth Rate: None
Leaf: Deciduous

Growth conditions

USDA Hardiness: 5-8
Soil Moisture:
Moist
Soil:
Sand (light) Loam (medium) Clay (heavy)
pH:
Acidic Neutral Alkaline
Light:
Full sun, Partial shade

Usage properties

Edible part:
Fruit, Leaves
Edibility:
(2)
Medicinal:
(0)
Features:
Wood

Description

Leaves can be eaten both raw and cooked. Especially when they are not very young, they can have a slight bitterness and a slimy texture. They are a tasty addition to mixed salads. Unripe fruits can be eaten raw as soon as they are formed. They have an aromatic and unusual flavor that refreshes the mouth and leaves a pleasant scent on the breath.

Harvest Data

Start Harvest: 01/10
End of Harvest: 28/02

Crown Data

Crown Type: Broad pyramidal
Crown Density: Dense crown