Ulmus parvifolia 'Burgundy'

Ulmus parvifolia 'Burgundy'
SpeciesUlmus parvifolia
Cultivar'Burgundy'
OriginUS

The Chinese Elm cultivar Ulmus parvifolia 'Burgundy' is a small American development.

Description

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The tree rarely exceeds 6 m in height, and has a broad, rounded form. The leaves are relatively large, dark-green, turning a deep burgundy in autumn. The exfoliating mottled bark is a rich orange-brown.

Pests and diseases

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The species and its cultivars are highly resistant, but not immune, to Dutch elm disease, and completely unaffected by the Elm Leaf Beetle Xanthogaleruca luteola.[1]

Cultivation

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'Burgundy' is not known to be in cultivation beyond North America.

Etymology

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Presumably named for the colour of its autumn foliage.

Accessions

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North America

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Nurseries

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North America

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(Widely available)

References

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  1. ^ "Elm Leaf Beetle Survey". Archived from the original on 2011-07-19. Retrieved 17 July 2017.
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