Ulmus macrocarpa

Physical Characteristics

Ulmus macrocarpa 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 dry or moist soil.

Distribution

E. Asia - China, Japan.

Habitats

Woodland Garden Canopy; Secondary;

Edible Uses

Edible Parts: Fruit Leaves Edible Uses: Leaves - raw or cooked. The fruits are eaten in sauces. An emergency food, they are only used when all else fails[177].

Medicinal Uses

Anthelmintic Antidote Astringent Digestive Parasiticide Parasiticide Skin The seed is anthelmintic, antidote, digestive, febrifuge, parasiticide, skin[178, 218]. The bark contains tannins. It is astringent and has antimicrobial activities[279]. It is used in the treatment of chronic diarrhoea and internal parasites]279].

Known Hazards

None known