Ulmus alata, the winged elm or wahoo, is a small- to medium-sized deciduous tree endemic to the woodlands of the southeastern and south-central United States. The species is tolerant of a wide range of soils, and of ponding, but is the least shade-tolerant of the North American elms.

Winged elm (Ulmus alata) is a very hardy, small-to medium-sized tree in a wide range of habitats throughout much of the southern Midwest and Southeastern United States. Other common names are cork elm and wahoo. On fertile soils with adequate moisture and drainage, winged elm grows well and is a useful component of several forest types.

Winged elm is a woody, deciduous tree in the elm family (Ulmaceae). It is native to eastern and central North America. Winged Elm grows 40 to 60 feet tall and 20 to 40 feet wide. It prefers full to partial sun and moist soil with good drainage.

2021年2月23日 · The winged elm (Ulmus alata), a deciduous tree native to the southern woodlands of the United States, grows in both wet areas and dry, making it a very adaptable tree for cultivation. Also known as the corked elm or Wahoo elm, the tree is often used as a shade tree or street tree. Read on for information about growing winged elm trees.

Winged elm will easily adapt to full sun or partial shade, growing relatively quickly on any soil. It is an extremely sturdy and adaptable tree and is well-suited as a shade or street tree.

An attractive mid-sized tree. Winged Elm has spreading branches that form a round-topped, oblong head. Corky ridges occur on each side of branches. The leaves are dark green, oval, with double serrated margins, turning a dull yellow in the fall. Tiny flowers are clustered along branches. The fruit is a fuzzy samara. Larval host: Question Mark ...

2024年12月11日 · The winged elm tree (Ulmus alata) is a deciduous tree that is native to the southern woodlands of the United States. It is a very adaptable tree that can grow in both wet and dry areas, making it a popular choice for landscaping.

Scientific name: Ulmus alata Pronunciation: UL-mus uh-LAY-tuh Common name(s): Winged Elm Family: Ulmaceae USDA hardiness zones: 6 through 9 (Fig. 2) Origin: native to North America Uses: large parking lot islands (> 200 square feet in size); wide tree lawns (>6 feet wide); medium-sized parking lot islands (100-200 square feet in size); medium ...

The flowers of Winged Elm (Ulmus alata) are perfect and about 6 mm. (¼") in length, consisting of a light green calyx with 5 rounded lobes (but sometimes up to 9 lobes), 5 stamens with reddish anthers (but sometimes up to 9 stamens), and a flattened green ovary with a pair of stigmata.

2020年11月19日 · The wafer-like fruit is winged, contain one seed and is similar to the fruit of other elms but is narrower and velvety. Plant Profile. Leaves: Wide, oval to obovate with a round, symmetrical base and acuminate apex.