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Ulmaceae

Ulmaceae

9.9
A group of trees and shrubs that includes elms
  • noun
  • /ˌʌlməˈsiː/
  • Specialized
translation icon : Ulmáceas
  • The Ulmaceae are well known for their hardwood trees, such as the common elm.

Examples

  • Many species within the Ulmaceae family are found in temperate regions.

  • The Ulmaceae family is known for its strong wood.

  • Many species within the Ulmaceae family provide important habitats for wildlife.

  • Research into the Ulmaceae has focused on disease resistance among elm trees.

  • Many species within the Ulmaceae family provide important habitats for wildlife.

  • The Ulmaceae are well known for their hardwood trees, such as the common elm.

  • Research into the Ulmaceae has focused on disease resistance among elm trees.

Synonyms

elm family
vsUlmaceae
  • Specialized
6.1

A family of flowering trees and shrubs that includes elm and hackberry

is the scientific Latin name for the same plant family

Surface Forms

Ulmaceae singular
Ulmaceae plural

Etymology

Ulmaceae comes from the Latin tree name Ulmus, which means 'elm', plus the plant-family ending -aceae, which means 'family' or 'group'. So, Ulmaceae is the 'elm family', the group of trees and shrubs that includes elms.