🌳 Indian elm
✅ Native

Indian elm

Holoptelea integrifolia · Ulmaceae

Also known as: Kanju

Hardy shade tree of degraded and dry sites; fodder and traditional medicine

🗺️ Native range in India: Deciduous forests and plains throughout

Why Indian elm is a great native choice

  • Hardy shade tree of degraded and dry sites
  • fodder and traditional medicine
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Frequently asked questions

Is Indian elm native to India?

Yes. Indian elm (Holoptelea integrifolia) is native to India. Hardy shade tree of degraded and dry sites; fodder and traditional medicine

What are the benefits of Indian elm?

Key benefits include: Hardy shade tree of degraded and dry sites; fodder and traditional medicine.

Should I plant Indian elm?

Yes, Indian elm is a good native choice for India. Native plants support local birds, bees and butterflies and are usually well suited to the local climate.

More native plants for India

Sources: R7, R8. See full references.

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