Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lanceifolia
ID:
1250414

Status:
valid

Authors:
Roxb.

Source:
tro

Year:
1831

Citation Micro:
Pl. Asiat. Rar. 2: 86 (1831)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001249752

Common Names

  • Ulmus Lanceifolia
  • Ulmus Lanceifolium
  • Ulmus Lanceifol

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Description

Ulmus lanceifolia (also called Lance-leaved Elm, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Ulmaceae. It is a perennial tree with small green flowers and is native to Mexico, Guatemala, and Honduras. It typically grows in rocky, dry, and disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Ulmus lanceifolia is an ornamental plant used in gardens and as a ground cover. It can also be used to provide shade.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Ulmus lanceifolia are small, white and fragrant. They have four petals and are arranged in a raceme. The seeds are small, black and glossy. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ulmus lanceifolia is an evergreen shrub that grows in full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated from cuttings taken in the summer or from seed. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination occurs. Once established, the plant requires minimal care and is drought tolerant.

Where to Find Ulmus lanceifolia

Ulmus lanceifolia is native to Central and South America.

Ulmus lanceifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ulmus lanceifolia?

Ulmus lanceifolia

What is the common name of Ulmus lanceifolia?

Lance-leaved Elm

What is the natural habitat of Ulmus lanceifolia?

Tropical and subtropical forests

Species in the Ulmaceae family

Ampelocera albertiae, Ampelocera cubensis, Ampelocera edentula, Ampelocera glabra, Ampelocera hottlei, Ampelocera longissima, Ampelocera macphersonii, Ampelocera macrocarpa, Ampelocera pubescens, Ampelocera ruizii, Ampelocera verrucosa, Chaetachme aristata, Hemiptelea davidii, Holoptelea grandis, Holoptelea integrifolia, Phyllostylon rhamnoides, Planera aquatica, Ulmus minor, Ulmus mexicana, Ulmus lesueurii, Ulmus laevis, Ulmus glabra, Ulmus elliptica, Ulmus hollandica, Ulmus uyematsui, Ulmus rubra, Ulmus pumila, Ulmus thomasii, Ulmus brandisiana, Ulmus androssowii, Ulmus canescens, Ulmus americana, Ulmus alata, Ulmus davidiana, Ulmus glaucescens, Ulmus parvifolia, Ulmus serotina, Ulmus crassifolia, Ulmus laciniata, Ulmus macrocarpa, Ulmus castaneifolia, Ulmus bergmanniana, Ulmus changii, Ulmus elongata, Ulmus gaussenii, Ulmus lamellosa, Ulmus kunmingensis, Ulmus harbinensis, Ulmus pseudopropinqua, Ulmus chenmoui,

References