What does white elm mean?

There are about 40 species of elm, mainly distributed in the north temperate zone. There are 24 species in China, which are distributed all over the country several times, such as white elm, black elm and big fruit elm in the north. In the south, there are elms and multi-vein elms in Taiwan Province Province. There are Kunming elm and small fruit elm in the southwest.

Positive tree species are light-loving, drought-tolerant, cold-tolerant, barren-tolerant and adaptable. Developed root system, strong wind resistance and soil conservation. Strong germination and pruning resistance. Fast growth, long life, up to 100 years. Not waterproof and moisture-proof. It has anti-pollution and strong dust retention ability for leaves.

Main value

1, greening purpose

Elm is a good tree species for street trees, shade trees, factory greening, shelter belt construction and surrounding greening, but there are many diseases and insect pests. Wood is straight and can be used for houses, furniture, farm tools and so on.

2. Decorative features

Elm has straight trunk, tall tree shape, strong shading, strong adaptability and fast growth. It is an important tree species for urban greening, and is suitable for planting as street trees, courtyard shade trees, shelter forests and "four sides" greening. In dry and barren land, it is often shrub-like, and some people regard it as a hedge. Because of its strong germination ability, it can be dug from the wild to make bonsai.