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American Elm

Ulmus americana

Endangered

About

The American Elm (Ulmus americana) is a species in the genus Ulmus. It is currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List. Typically found in diverse terrestrial habitats from tropical forests to temperate regions.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial habitats from tropical forests to temperate regions.

Distributed across Canada, Taiwan, and United States. Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇹🇼 Taiwan 🇨🇦 Canada 🇺🇸 United States

Conservation Status

EN Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (tumbuhan)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Magnoliopsida (Dicots)

Order

Rosales (Roses & Allies)

Species

Ulmus americana (American Elm)

Names in Other Languages

French orme d'Amérique

German Weißulme

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of American Elm?

The scientific name of American Elm is Ulmus americana. It belongs to the genus Ulmus.

What is the conservation status of American Elm?

American Elm (Ulmus americana) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does American Elm live?

American Elm is found in Distributed across Canada, Taiwan, and United States. Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Canada, Taiwan, United States.

What family does American Elm belong to?

American Elm (Ulmus americana) belongs to the genus Ulmus, which is part of the taxonomic family Ulmaceae.

Is American Elm endangered?

Yes, American Elm (Ulmus americana) is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does American Elm belong to?

American Elm (Ulmus americana) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (tumbuhan).

What are the closest relatives of American Elm?

The closest relatives of American Elm in the genus Ulmus include Broad-Leaved Elm, Chinese Elm, Chinese elm, September elm, Gray Elm.