Ulmus parvifolia 'Prince Richard'
The Chinese Elm Ulmus parvifolia 'Prince Richard' is an American cultivar raised by Curtis Wilkins in Texas.
| Ulmus parvifolia 'Prince Richard' | |
|---|---|
| Species | Ulmus parvifolia |
| Cultivar | 'Prince Richard' |
| Origin | US |
Description
The tree is distinguished by its high density branching and dwarf to semi-dwarf size, attaining a height and spread of 2.1 × 1.5 m at five years, with a stem diameter of 4.4 cm. The dense, deep green, foliage on numerous branches affords the tree a rich, full, and rounded appearance. The small oval leaves, acute at the apex, are alternate, simple, with serrate to crenate margins, 3.0 cm long by 1.8 cm wide. [1] Growth is slow, averaging 25–31 cm per annum in south-east Texas.
Pests and diseases
'Prince Richard' has shewn no more or less resistance or susceptibility to diseases and pests which normally afflict U. parvifolia cultivars.[1]
Cultivation
'Prince Richard' has been listed on both U S and European Patent Office sites. The plant is easily propagated by softwood cuttings in a 100% pine bark rooting medium.[1]
Accessions
None known.
References
- Wilkins, C. W. (1998). New elm 'Prince Richard', U S Patent PP10,732. U S Patent Office.