Description
Large, upright, narrow deciduous tree (H 15-20 m, W 2-3 m). Crown conical. Bark on young branches light brown, later dark grey. Branches upright to slightly open. Leaves simple, ovate (6-10 cm), with a finely serrate margin, wrinkled, dark green. Flowers not remarkable, light green. Flowering period: March-April. Fruits flattened, round (1,5 cm), brown. Requires always moderately moist, deep, fertile, loose soils, also on lime. Easily withstands urban conditions and wind. Variety 'Columella' is a descendent of 'Plantyn'.