| Ulmus parvifolia 'The Thinker' | |
|---|---|
| Species | Ulmus parvifolia |
| Cultivar | 'The Thinker' |
| Origin | US |
The Chinese elm cultivar Ulmus parvifolia 'The Thinker' was selected by M. Hayman from a tree on the campus of the University of Louisville, Kentucky.
Description[edit]
The tree is noted for its rounded habit and exfoliating bark.[1][2]
Pests and diseases[edit]
The species and its cultivars are highly resistant, but not immune, to Dutch elm disease, and unaffected by the Elm Leaf Beetle Xanthogaleruca luteola.[3]
Cultivation[edit]
'The Thinker' is not known to be in cultivation beyond North America.
Etymology[edit]
The tree was named for its proximity on campus to the copy of the eponymous statue by Auguste Rodin.
Accessions[edit]
None known.
References[edit]
- ^ Dirr, M. A. Nursery Manager, 9(6): 30-33, 1993.
- ^ Santamour, Frank S.; Bentz, Susan E. (May 1995). "Updated Checklist of Elm (Ulmus) Cultivars for use in North America". Journal of Arboriculture. 21 (3): 122–131. Retrieved 20 June 2016.
- ^ "Elm Leaf Beetle Survey". Archived from the original on 2011-07-19. Retrieved 17 July 2017.