Cherry bark elm
Ulmus villosa

Family: Ulmaceae

What it is like

A medium sized tree. The branches are drooping. They have small hairs. The leaves are narrowly oval and 10 cm long by 5 cm wide. The lower surface is slightly hairy.

Where it is found

It is a temperate plant. In Pakistan it grows in the Himalayas between 1,200-2,700 m altitude.

Countries/locations it is found in

Asia, Himalayas, India, Pakistan

How it is used for food

It is cultivated.

Edible parts

Leaves

How it is grown

Its other names

Local names

Bhamri, Maldang, Mannu, Marn

Synonyms

Ulmus laevigata Royle;