Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Genus:
Species:
amplum
ID:
514623

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rehder

Source:
cmp

Year:
1911

Citation Micro:
Pl. Wilson. 1: 86 (1911)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000513955



Common Names

  • Broad-Leaf Maple
  • Broad-Leaf Japanese Maple
  • Broad-Leaf Japanese-Maple


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Synonyms

  • Acer acutum W.P.Fang [unknown]
  • Acer amplum convexum (W.P.Fang) W.P.Fang [unknown]
  • Acer amplum jianshuiense W.P.Fang [unknown]
  • Acer bodinieri convexum W.P.Fang [unknown]
  • Acer cappadocicum amplum (Rehder) A.E.Murray [unknown]
  • Acer longipes amplum (Rehder) P.C.DeJong [unknown]
  • Acer longipes hunanense W.P.Fang & W.K.Hu [unknown]
  • Acer nayonense hunanense (W.P.Fang & W.K.Hu) W.P.Fang & W.K.Hu [unknown]
  • Acer acutum tientungense W.P.Fang & M.Y.Fang [unknown]
  • Acer acutum quinquefidum W.P.Fang [unknown]
  • Acer amplum amplum [unknown]

Description

Acer amplum (also called Large-Leaved Maple, among many other common names) is a deciduous tree native to temperate regions of North America. It grows to a height of up to 20 m and has large, toothed leaves. The flowers are small and yellow and appear in spring. It prefers moist soils and partial shade.

Uses & Benefits

Acer amplum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine for the treatment of fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Acer amplum sub. bodinieri (H.Lév.) Y.S.Chen
Acer amplum sub. catalpifolium (Rehder) Y.S.Chen
Acer amplum sub. tientaiense (C.K.Schneid.) Y.S.Chen

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Acer amplum is a small, yellow, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, brown, winged seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acer amplum is a hardy perennial that can be propagated by division in spring or autumn. It prefers a sunny spot in well-drained soil. Water regularly and fertilize in spring and summer. Deadhead to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Acer amplum

Acer amplum is native to the eastern United States and Canada. It can be found in moist woods and along streams.

Acer amplum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acer amplum?

Acer amplum

What is the common name of Acer amplum?

Large-Leaved Maple

What is the natural habitat of Acer amplum?

It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Species in the Acer genus

Acer acuminatum, Acer albopurpurascens, Acer amamiense, Acer amplum, Acer argutum, Acer barbinerve, Acer bornmuelleri, Acer brachystephyanum, Acer buergerianum, Acer caesium, Acer calcaratum, Acer caloneurum, Acer campbellii, Acer campestre, Acer capillipes, Acer cappadocicum, Acer carpinifolium, Acer caudatifolium, Acer caudatum, Acer chapaense, Acer chiangdaoense, Acer cinerascentiforme, Acer circinatum, Acer cissifolium, Acer confertifolium, Acer cordatum, Acer coriaceifolium, Acer coriaceum, Acer crassum, Acer crataegifolium, Acer davidii, Acer diabolicum, Acer discolor, Acer distylum, Acer duplicatoserratum, Acer elegantulum, Acer emeiense, Acer erianthum, Acer erythranthum, Acer eucalyptoides, Acer fabri, Acer fengii, Acer fenzelianum, Acer foveolatum, Acer freemanii, Acer glabrum, Acer gracilifolium, Acer granatense, Acer griseum, Acer guanense,

Species in the Sapindaceae family

References