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Cork Elm, Water Elm, Red Elm, Witch Elm, Wahoo Elm

Alata refers to the corky wings on the twigs. Winged elm is a favorite shade and ornamental tree. It is easily transplanted. It sprouts readily from seed; it grows relatively rapid, and it is relatively free of disease and insects. The wood makes excellent tool handles and agricultural implements. In some areas, the bark was used for baling twine.

Quick ID:

Tree attaining a height of 60 feet. Its slender branches often have conspicuous corky wings. Leaves are simple, alternate, deciduous, lanceloate, coarse, and doubly serrate on margin..

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