Chinese zelkova

Chinese zelkova (Zelkova schneideriana)

Chinese zelkova, also known as Huaphen Zelkova, Chinese Zelkova

Chinese zelkova is a deciduous tree noted for its elegant, vase-shaped growth habit and resistance to harsh urban environments. Its oblong, serrated leaves transition from a vibrant green to a fiery orange-red in fall, offering stunning seasonal interest. The peeling bark reveals a multi-tonal, mottled pattern that provides year-round visual allure. A hardy species, chinese zelkova thrives in a variety of soil conditions and is often used as an ornamental street tree.

Key Facts About Chinese zelkova

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Attributes of Chinese zelkova

Lifespan
Perennial
Plant Type
Tree
Plant Height
15 m to 30 m
Spread
15 m to 21 m
Leaf Color
Dark green in summer, yellowish-brown in autumn
Flower Size
Small, less than 1 cm
Flower Color
Greenish

Scientific Classification of Chinese zelkova

Phylum
Vascular plants
Class
Dicotyledons
Order
Rosales
Family
Elm
Genus
Zelkova
Species
Chinese zelkova