Zelkova Ulmus Parvifolia Bonsai
If grown out may reach 15 feet.
Zelkova ulmus parvifolia bonsai. The usual zelkova species used for bonsai is the japanese grey bark elm zelkova serrata however there is no reason why any of the smaller leaved zelkova species cannot be used. Evergreen to about 20ø. Este caducifolio de hojas dentadas de ahí su nombre latino que adquieren unos bonitos tonos anaranjados en otoño siendo su corteza lisa y de color grisáceo. One of the very best elms for small bonsai due to the nice twiggy branching and small deep green leaves.
Me acabo de convertir en otro loco del mundo de los bonsais pq acaban de regalarme una zelkova parvifolia en realidad es un pequeño bosquecito de 3 ya os pondré fotos ya se que me toca estudiar y empollar sobre este mundo ya había visto algo pero el regalo no me lo esperaba asi que tengo una duda por ahora. It can reach a height of 30 meters 100ft and develops the characteristic broomstyle shape with a straight trunk fanning out into many branches and twigs. Its rough bark is aesthetically appealing. Zelkova are classed as a seperate genus to ulmus as they have fruits that are unwinged as opposed to the winged friuts of ulmus.
Much appreciated for the small size of its leaves and its peeling bark. Chinese elm bonsai harry harrington ulmus species and in particular ulmus parvifolia chinese elm are often confused with zelkova species in particular zelkova serrata japanese elm. El olmo chino a veces es etiquetado erróneamente como zelkova motivada la confusión porque el nombre científico era antiguamente zelkova parvifolia hoy es ulmus parvifolia. Otros nombres por los que se la conoce son zelkova japonesa olmo de agua u olmo de siberia.
Zelkova also differ in that they have single toothed leaves whereas ulmus have double toothed leaves. Originaria de japón ésta ulmácea es sumamente utilizada para bonsái. Zelkova tiene ficha aparte en infojardin. It presents small leaves.
Because of its characteristics it is a good bonsai tree for beginners. Ulmus are listed seperately under their own species guide. It has been described as one of the most splendid elms having the poise of a graceful nothofagus. The zelkova parvifolia is a semi deciduous leaf tree.
9600 ulmus parvifolia catlin very shiny green leaves and smooth gray bark that slightly roughens and flakes with great age. The chinese elm or zelkova is a highly valued species to use as a bonsai.