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Tree Structure

Tree Structure

Bark Texture

Bark Texture

Branch Texture

Branch Texture

Branch & Twig Structure

Branch & Twig Structure

Buds

Buds

Buds & Leaf Scars

Buds & Leaf Scars

Buds & Leaf Scars

Buds & Leaf Scars

Seed Pods

Seed Pods

Fallen Seed Pods

Fallen Seed Pods

Chinese Elm

Ulmus parvifolia

about the tree

  • FUN FACT: this tree is very resistant and almost immune to Dutch Elm disease, and is used as an ornamental.

  • leaf arrangement: alternate

  • fruit: winged samara

  • lifespan: >100 years

  • habitat: urban areas

  • size: up to 70' tall

  • growth form: vase

  • uses: ornamental cultivars

  • state tree: n/a

 

where is it found on campus?

  • dining hall

  • tennis courts

  • upper school

  • administration building

  • ?

 

Photography by Julia Gong, '17

© 2015 Julia Gong, Cary Academy '17

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