Ulmus laciniata
Basic Information
Family: Ulmaceae
Genus: ulmus
Plant ID (slug): ulmus-laciniata
Numeric ID: 1912
USDA Hardiness: 4-8
Ratings
Physical Characteristics
Ulmus laciniata is a deciduous Tree growing to 10 m (32ft 10in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 5 and is not frost tender. It is in flower from April to May, and the seeds ripen from May to June. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Wind. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers moist soil.
Distribution
E. Asia - China, Japan, Korea.
Habitats
Woodland Garden Canopy; Secondary;
Edible Uses
Edible Parts: Inner bark Leaves Edible Uses: Leaves - raw or cooked. Inner bark - cooked. It can be dried, ground into a powder and used as a thickening in soups or added to cereal flours when making bread etc[105, 177].
Medicinal Uses
None known
Known Hazards
None known
Detailed Information
Additional Information
Title: Ulmus laciniata PFAF Plant Database
Meta Description: Ulmus laciniata is a deciduous Tree growing to 10 m (32ft 10in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 5 and is not frost tender. It is in flower from April to May, and the seeds ripen from May to June. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Wind. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers moist soil.