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Elm cultivar
The Chinese Elm cultivar Ulmus parvifolia 'Milliken' is another American introduction.
Description
The tree grows to about 14 m in height, with a spread of slightly smaller dimension. Bearing dark-green leaves, and sporting the usual mottled bark, 'Milliken' is particularly noted for its uniform shape [1].
Pests and diseases
The species and its cultivars are highly resistant, but not immune, to Dutch elm disease, and unaffected by the Elm Leaf Beetle Xanthogaleruca luteola.[1]
Cultivation
'Milliken' is not known to be in cultivation beyond North America.
Etymology
Named for the Milliken Arboretum, owned by the Milliken & Company floor coverings manufacturer.
Accessions
North America
- Milliken Arboretum, Spartanburg, South Carolina, US. No details available.
References
- ^ "Elm Leaf Beetle Survey". Archived from the original on 2011-07-19. Retrieved 17 July 2017.
External links
- http://www.ces.ncsu.edu/depts/hort/consumer/factsheets/trees-new/cultivars/ulmus_parvifolia.htm Ulmus parvifolia cultivar list.
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