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.
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