Ulmus americana var. floridana
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Vase-shaped, non-pendulous, growing to a maximum height of 22 metres (72 ft), with a slightly greater spread. The leaves, to 6 in long, are dark green all summer and turn yellow in autumn.
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Pests and diseases
The tree is no less susceptible to Dutch elm disease, although the disease is less prevalent in Florida.
Cultivation
Occasionally planted as a shade and ornamental tree in Florida.
Accessions
- The IRREC Garden, University of Florida. Accession details not available.
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