Chinese elm; lacebark elm
A deciduous tree native to East Asia, often planted as an ornamental or street tree. The name アキニレ is the standard Japanese common name.
公園にアキニレが植えられている。
Chinese elms are planted in the park.
Katakana spelling is common for this plant name; usually written in kana.
Kanji form is rare and may not be widely recognized; the katakana spelling is preferred.
The name アキニレ literally means 'autumn elm', likely referring to its seasonal characteristics. The exact origin of the name is uncertain.