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Ulmus parvifolia

Ulmus parvifolia

9.1
A small fast-growing tree from East Asia used for shade and hedges
  • noun
  • Specialized
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  • The landscaping plan features several Ulmus parvifolia along the driveway to provide shade and beauty.

Examples

  • In the park, the mature Ulmus parvifolia created a green canopy over the walking paths.

  • Gardeners often choose Ulmus parvifolia for its resistance to Dutch elm disease.

  • The Ulmus parvifolia is a popular choice for urban landscaping.

  • Many gardeners prefer Ulmus parvifolia for its resilience.

  • Many homeowners plant Ulmus parvifolia in their yards because it grows quickly and easily.

  • The Ulmus parvifolia tree provides excellent shade during the hot summer months.

  • In urban areas, Ulmus parvifolia is favored for its ability to thrive in limited space.

Synonyms

Chinese elm
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A fast-growing tree from Asia with small leaves often planted for shade or as a garden tree

is the scientific name for the same small fast growing tree

Surface Forms

Ulmus parvifolia singular
Ulmus parvifolias plural

Morphology

Ulmus + parvifolia

This is a Latin binomial where the parts are not ordinary English words: 'Ulmus' is a taxonomic genus name (elm) and 'parvifolia' is an unlisted Latin form meaning roughly 'small‑leaved'. An average B1 learner who knows English vocabulary would not reliably recognise these Latin morphemes or infer 'Chinese elm / small‑leaved elm' from the constituents, so the meaning is not derivable from the parts.

Etymology

Ulmus parvifolia comes from Latin: Ulmus means 'elm' and parvifolia means 'small leaves'. So the name describes this small-leaved elm tree from East Asia.