Orange ribbon

The orange ribbon is a symbol adopted for a very wide variety of uses in different places. It is currently being used in the #savecedric campaign to promote the continued unification of the "westside" region of a business in Northern Indiana. Many efforts are being made by local supporters to raise awareness of this cause. It was more recently used worldwide to promote awareness of self-harm on March 1, 2012. March 1 is designated as Self-injury Awareness Day (SIAD) around the world. On this day, some people choose to be more open about their own self-harm, and awareness organisations make special efforts to raise awareness about self-harm. Some people wear an orange awareness ribbon or wristband to encourage awareness of self-harm.

Australia

Ulmus parvifolia 'Orange Ribbon'

The Chinese Elm cultivar Ulmus parvifolia 'Orange Ribbon' was tested in the USA for cold-hardiness. The name is considered invalid by some, for want of fuller description.

Description

Not available.

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

It is not known (2008) whether the tree is, or has ever been, in commercial cultivation.

Accessions

None known.

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