Botanical name | Ulmus parvifolia |
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Plant Care |
![]() Deciduous
Deciduous – Sheds Its Leaves Annually ![]() Full Sun
Full Sun – Prefers 6 or more hours of sun per day. ![]() Frost Hardy
Frost Hardy – Can Handle frost without damage. ![]() Moderate Watering
Moderate Watering – Requires Regular Watering. ![]() Non Indigenous
Non Indigenous – Exotic to South Africa. |
Size | |
Categories | |
Common name(s) | Chinese elm |
Origin | |
Uses in landscape design | This is a shade tree for large gardens, although it should not be planted near flowerbeds as it is inclined to sucker. |
Growth rate | Moderately Fast |
Ulmus parvifolia (Chinese elm)
- Botanical name: Ulmus parvifolia
- Common name(s): Chinese elm
- Categories: Trees
Plant description:
A handsome shade tree for large gardens, although it should not be planted near flowerbeds as it is inclined to sucker. It is fairly quick growing, with a slender trunk and an elegant head of slender branches.
Family: –
Synonym: –
Botanical Pronunciation: ULL-mus par-vi-FOH-li-a
Ulmus parvifolia requirements and features

Moderate Maintenance
Requires moderate maintenance.