Japanese Elm Flower

Did you know

• Japanese elm is widely planted as a replacement for American elms devastated by Dutch elm disease, as it shows strong resistance.
• Its tiny flowers appear with the new leaves and are so inconspicuous that most people never notice them.
• The vase-shaped canopy can spread as wide as the tree is tall, providing excellent urban shade.
• In Japan, ancient zelkova specimens are often designated as natural monuments and protected by law.
• The hard, fine-grained wood is traditionally used for taiko drums, temple pillars, and lacquerware bases.

Color meanings

Uses

• urban street tree
• timber
• bonsai
• park specimen