What Do Elm Trees Look Like

Elms are vase or umbrella shaped with rising branches from a single trunk. They have dark green, veined leaves that are toothed and uneven at the base. The bark is dark grey/brown and furrowed, with broad intersecting ridges and has a rough flaky appearance. In cross-section, the bark has alternating brown and white layers.

Elm Trees. Elm Trees dark green, veined leaves. Elm Trees bark is dark grey/brown. In cross-section, the bark has alternating brown and white layers.