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Common Name: Slippery Elm

Species Name: Ulmus rubra Muhl.

Family Name: Ulmaceae

Plant Type: Trees

 

 

Plant Facts  
Origin North America
Duration Perennial
Distribution in Oklahoma Eastern half and parts of southwest
Sun Preference Moderately shade tolerant
Susceptibility Dutch elm disease

 

 

ID Characteristics

 

 

Habitat/Ecology  
Habitat Hardwood forests and moist areas
Soil Type Moist
USDA Cold Hardiness Zone 6 to 8
Successional Stage Mid to late

 

 

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