Also known as the Asiatic Elm, Chinese Elm or Dwarf Elm, this small, short-lived tree is native to Asia. This species was planted in “shelterbelts” across the Great Plains of the United States during the early 1900’s to prevent dust storms; and is now found across Canada. Adult trees grow to 10-20 m in height and have rough gray or brown, furrowed bark. Individuals of this species do not live long, usually to less than 60 years of age.