The Chinese elm cultivar Ulmus parvifolia 'Milliken' is another American introduction.
Description The tree grows to about 14 m in height, with a spread of slightly smaller dimension. Bearing dark-green leaves, and sporting the usual mottled bark, 'Milliken' is particularly noted for its uniform shape .
Pests and diseases The species and its cultivars are highly resistant, but not immune, to Dutch elm disease, and unaffected by the elm leaf beetle Xanthogaleruca luteola.
Cultivation 'Milliken' is not known to be in cultivation beyond North America.
Etymology Named for the Milliken Arboretum, owned by the Milliken & Company floor coverings manufacturer.
Accessions North America
Milliken Arboretum, Spartanburg, South Carolina, US. No details available.
References
External links http://www.ces.ncsu.edu/depts/hort/consumer/factsheets/trees-new/cultivars/ulmus_parvifolia.htm Ulmus parvifolia cultivar list.