Chinese Elm, Lacebark Elm

Scientific Name
Ulmus parvifolia
Credit

Sharon A. Yiesla

Last Review
Features

Small leaves with a mild purplish fall color; bark peels and flakes giving a mottled appearance.

Culture

Full sun; moist, well drained soils; pH adaptable.

Notes

The name Chinese Elm is often mistakenly applied to <EM>Ulmus pumila</EM>, a species that is considered of limited use in the landscape.

Plant Type
Minimum Height
Height Value
40.00
Height Unit
Feet
Maximum Height
Height Value
50.00
Height Unit
Feet
Mature Form

Broadly oval to rounded

Native Regions, Text

Asia

Soil Conditions
Foliage Color
Fall Foliage Color
Images
Image
Chinese Elm leaves
picID
3747
Image
Chinese Elm bark
picID
3749
Size
Exposure (Outdoor)
PlantID
280