Tree Information
Common Name: royal paulownia
Scientific Name: Paulownia tomentosa
Native/Naturalized: Naturalized
Database ID: 762
Status: alive
National Champion: no
Virginia Champion: yes
Circumference: 213 in.
Height: 57 ft.
Crown: 64 ft.
Points: 286
Date Last Measured: 2015
Last Measured by: Greg Zell
Date First Measured: 2006
Comments:
2021 update: This tree is no longer a national champion because its species is no longer eligible
Declared national champion in 2019. A very large and old tree planted at the grounds of Arlington National Cemetery. Appears in good health and growth form. No obvious threats or danger to the tree.
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Location of Tree
Tree is located in: Arlington
Land Owner: Arlington National Cemetery
GPS Coordinates: 38.87574, -77.07451
Owner Email: stephen.j.vanhoven.civ@mail.mil
Directions: Arlington National Cemetery grounds. Enter from Memorial Bridge entrance. Vehicle access is restricted without permission.
Owner Address: Bldg. 123 Office #218
Arlington, VA 22211-5003
Contact Information
Contact Name: Stephen Van Hoven
Contact Email: stephen.j.vanhoven.civ@mail.mil
Contact Address: Bldg. 123 Office #218
Arlington, VA 22211-5003
Nominators
Original Nominator(s): Greg Zell