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Shoreline Community College Arboretum: Siberian Elm

Shoreline CC Arboretum is the student-led initiative to document and inform the incredible diversity of over 200 species of flora adorning our outdoor campus as it grows and changes with future development.

Title

Siberian Elm

Ulmus pumila (ULMACEAE)

Description

Range

Cent-E. Asia, Rus. to Kashmir, Kor.

Ecology

Ecology

"Considered invasive by several sources." [1]

Equity

Equity: Cultural and Historical Significance

"The dried inner bark was grounded into a powder and used as a thickener in soups or added to cereal flours when making bread. The immature fruit was used to produce a sauce and a wine. The hardy, heavy tough wood was used for agricultural implements and boat making." [1]

Economics

Economics

"Ulmus pumila is used in tree strips for windbreaks. They are planted and managed to protect livestock, enhance production, and control soil erosion. Windbreaks can help communities with harsh winter conditions better handle the impact of winter storms and reduce home heating and cooling costs." [1]

Sources

Sources

[1] Moore, L. (2002). SIBERIAN ELM Ulmus pumila. USDA NRCS Plant Guide. plants.usda.gov/plantguide/pdf/cs_ulpu.pdf 

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