Rock Elm (Ulmus thomasii)

Family: Ulmaceae | Edibility: Edible (1/5)

Ulmus thomasii is a deciduous Tree growing to 30 m (98ft 5in) at a slow rate. See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 2 and is not frost tender. It is in flower in April, and the seeds ripen in May. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Wind. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils, prefers well-drained soil and can grow in nutritionally poor soil.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Leaves

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Spring

Flavor & Culinary Uses

Leaves - raw or cooked. — Leaves - raw or cooked.

Habitat & North American Range

Rich woods and calcareous uplands. Dry gravelly uplands, low heavy clay soils, rocky slopes and river cliffs. (Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8)