Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
microcarpa
ID:
1244760

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.K.Fu

Source:
tro

Year:
1979

Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin. 17(1): 48 (1979)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001244098

Common Names

  • Ulmus microcarpa
  • Microcarpa Elm
  • Chinese Elm

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Description

Ulmus microcarpa (also called 'Microcarpa Elm', among many other common names) is a small, deciduous tree with long stems and thin, oval leaves. It is native to Asia and is found in temperate forests and woodlands. It prefers moist, shady environments.

Uses & Benefits

Ulmus microcarpa is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ulmus microcarpa has small green flowers and winged seeds. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ulmus microcarpa is a deciduous tree that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and rooted in a sandy soil. The tree should be planted in a sunny location in well-drained soil.

Where to Find Ulmus microcarpa

Ulmus microcarpa is native to China and can be found in forests and woodlands.

Ulmus microcarpa FAQ

What is the common name of Ulmus microcarpa?

Chinese Elm

What is the natural habitat of Ulmus microcarpa?

Tropical and subtropical regions

What is the average size of Ulmus microcarpa?

Up to 30 meters tall

Species in the Ulmaceae family

Ampelocera albertiae, Ampelocera cubensis, Ampelocera edentula, Ampelocera glabra, Ampelocera hottlei, Ampelocera longissima, Ampelocera macphersonii, Ampelocera macrocarpa, Ampelocera pubescens, Ampelocera ruizii, Ampelocera verrucosa, Chaetachme aristata, Hemiptelea davidii, Holoptelea grandis, Holoptelea integrifolia, Phyllostylon rhamnoides, Planera aquatica, Ulmus minor, Ulmus mexicana, Ulmus lesueurii, Ulmus laevis, Ulmus glabra, Ulmus elliptica, Ulmus hollandica, Ulmus uyematsui, Ulmus rubra, Ulmus pumila, Ulmus thomasii, Ulmus brandisiana, Ulmus androssowii, Ulmus canescens, Ulmus americana, Ulmus alata, Ulmus davidiana, Ulmus glaucescens, Ulmus parvifolia, Ulmus serotina, Ulmus crassifolia, Ulmus laciniata, Ulmus macrocarpa, Ulmus castaneifolia, Ulmus bergmanniana, Ulmus changii, Ulmus elongata, Ulmus gaussenii, Ulmus lamellosa, Ulmus kunmingensis, Ulmus harbinensis, Ulmus pseudopropinqua, Ulmus chenmoui,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50127430: Based on the initial data import
Li-kuo Fu (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.K.Fu' in the authors string.