European Field Elm
Ulmus minor Mill.
Ulmus minor Mill., commonly known as European Field Elm, is a species in the Ulmaceae family. It is the most polymorphic elm in Europe, with a natural range primarily in southern Europe, extending to Asia Minor and Iran. The species is also found in northern regions like the Baltic islands of Öland and Gotland, possibly introduced by humans. It typically grows in low-lying riverine forests alongside oak and ash, showing tolerance to both summer floods and droughts.
Description
Ulmus minor is a member of the genus Ulmus and is widely distributed across Europe, with records from countries such as Ireland, Sweden, Belgium, Latvia, and the Canary Islands. First described in 1768, it is known for its adaptability to various environmental conditions. The species is often found in moist, low-lying areas near rivers, where it coexists with other tree species. Its taxonomy is complex and remains a subject of debate among botanists due to its high variability.
Other common names
European Field ElmField ElmSmall Leaved ElmSmall-Leaved ElmSmoothleaf Elm
Distribution
Ontario · DK · NO · SE · CL · IE · Flanders · Liechtenstein · Latvia · Canary Is. · Ireland · Sweden · Vermont-US · EE · ES · LV · Global · No data · Belgium · Brussels-Capital Region · Flemish Region · Walloon Region · Albania · Algeria · Austria · Azores · Baleares · Baltic States · Belarus · Bolivia
Synonyms
Ulmus foliaceaUlmus sarniensisUlmus angustifoliaUlmus carpinifoliaUlmus minor var. suberosaUlmus glabra f. minorUlmus campestris unranked minorUlmus vulgaris prol. minorUlmus campestris var. minor