Ulmus glabra Wych elm (Ulmaceae) Deciduous tree

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Ulmus glabra
Wych elm
Deciduous tree
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The Ulmus glabra plant species is found in Britain. It is a member of the Ulmaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Wych elm. Some home gardeners know the variety as U. campestre. pro parte. U. montana. U. scabra.

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Latin Name:  Ulmus glabra
Common Name:  Wych elm
Family:  Ulmaceae
Author:  Huds.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  30   Mature Width:  25

Habitat:  Woods, hedges and by streams, commoner in the west and north[17].

Medicinal Information: The inner bark is astringent, demulcent and mildly diuretic[9]. It is used both internally and externally in the treatment of diarrhoea, rheumatism, wounds, piles etc and is also used as a mouthwash in the treatment of ulcers[4, 9, 66]. The inner bark is harvested from branches 3 - 4 years old and is dried for later use[9]. The plant is used in Bach flower remedies - the keywords for prescribing it are 'Occasional feelings of inadequacy', 'Despondency' and 'Exhaustion from over-striving for perfection'[209]. A homeopthic remedy is made from the inner bark[9]. It is used in the treatment of eczema[9].

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