Ulmus americana, the American elm or white elm, is a species of tree belonging to the family of ulmáceas. It is native to eastern North America, ranging from Nova Scotia in the west to reach British Columbia, from northern Alberta at the far end of its distribution zone, south to Florida and central Texas. It is an extremely hard tree that can withstand winter temperatures of up to -42 ° C. Trees in areas not affected by grafiosis can live for several hundred years.
The kind of wood used in the 200-pound yoke that holds the 2080 pound bell that is at 520 Chestnut Street in Philadelphia is a n American elm. It also known as Ulmus Americana. This is the largest and most widespread elm in the United States. Hope this answers the question.
