Description: Tree of upright growth that grows up to 30m. It has a thick and broad crown. The trunk is 2 m in diameter, reddish bark. The leaves are elliptical, with pronounced veins, serrated. Dark green, shiny blades, and light and hairy back. The flowers are bisexual, sessile, gathered in tufts.

The fruit is a i winged light brown small nut.

Flowering time: March – April

Habitat: Sunny areas with deep fertile soils

Interesting fact: The Romans called each tree Ulmus, as is the name of the genus European nettle tree.