Winged Elm (Noun)
Meaning
North American elm having twigs and young branches with prominent corky projections.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The landscape designer recommended planting winged elm along the roadside due to its adaptability and aesthetic appeal.
- In warmer climates, winged elm can be found in various types of woodland edges and open woodlands.
- One way to identify a winged elm tree is to examine the prominent corky projections that form on the young twigs.
- Wildlife tend to appreciate the habitat created by winged elm as its foliage attracts multiple types of bird species.
- Several park officials voiced their opinions about choosing the winged elm over the lacebark elm due to the stronger limbs.