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The character '榉' for the Zelkova tree originates from its traditional form '櫸', which is structured with the semantic component '木' for wood or tree and the phonetic component '舉' indicating its pronunciation. In the simplified version, '舉' is replaced by '举', maintaining the phonetic function while altering the graphical structure. The character has consistently denoted this tree species, with its components clearly signaling its category and sound.