Ulmus
Ulmus
Ulmus (pronounced /ˈʌlməs/), commonly known as the Elm tree, is a genus of plants that belongs to the family Ulmaceae. The genus first appeared in the Miocene geological period about 20 million years ago, originating in what is now central Asia.
Etymology
The term "Ulmus" is derived from the Latin word for Elm. The Latin name is believed to have been borrowed from a pre-Indo-European language. The English word "Elm" comes from the Old English 'elm', which is related to the Old Norse 'almr'.
Description
Ulmus trees are deciduous and semi-deciduous trees comprising the flowering plant genus Ulmus in the plant family Ulmaceae. The genus contains about 35 species native to temperate and tropical-montane regions of North America and Eurasia, ranging southward into Indonesia.
Species
There are approximately 30 to 40 species of Ulmus. Some of the most well-known species include Ulmus americana (American Elm), Ulmus glabra (Wych Elm), and Ulmus minor (Field Elm).
Uses
Elm wood is valued for its interlocking grain, and consequent resistance to splitting, with significant uses in wagon wheel hubs, chair seats and coffins. The often long, straight, trunks were favoured as a source of timber for keels in ship construction.
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External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Ulmus
- Wikipedia's article - Ulmus
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