What is another word for water elm?
Pronunciation: [wˈɔːtəɹ ˈɛlm] (IPA) 
"Water elm" is a term typically used to describe the species Ulmus americana, native to eastern North America. As a tree with a wide distribution and significant cultural importance, there are many regional and historical synonyms for this species. In some areas, it is referred to as "white elm," "soft elm," or "American elm." In the Southern United States, it is known as "basket elm" due to its use in basket weaving. Other common names include "red elm" (due to its reddish inner bark), "swamp elm," and "slippery elm" (owing to the slippery texture of its inner bark). No matter what it is called, the water elm remains an important and valuable tree species.
