English Elm is a type of elm tree that is native to Europe. It is also known as common elm or smooth-leaved elm. There are several synonyms for the English Elm, including Ulmus procera, Ulmus carpinifolia, Ulmus campestris, and Ulmus minor. These synonyms are used to refer to the same tree species, which is a deciduous tree that can grow up to 40 meters tall. The English Elm has a distinctive vase-shaped canopy and the leaves are dark green and oval-shaped. The tree produces a small, winged fruit that is dispersed by the wind. This tree has been widely used in urban areas as a shade tree due to its spreading canopy.