Status:
valid
Authors:
Maxim. ex Miq.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1967
Citation Micro:
Arch. Néerl. Sci. Exact. Nat. 2: 476 1967
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000513991
Common Names
- Acer Barbinerve
- Japanese Maple
- Hedge Maple
Synonyms
- Acer barbinerve chanbaischanense S.L.Tung [unknown]
- Acer barbinerve glabrescens Nakai [unknown]
- Acer barbinerve glabrescens (Nakai) W.Lee [unknown]
- Acer megalodum W.P.Fang & H.Y.Su [unknown]
- Euacer barbinerve Opiz [unknown]
- Acer diabolicum barbinerve (Maxim. ex Miq.) Wesm. [unknown]
- Acer miyabei shibatae (W.P.Fang & H.Y.Su) Hara [unknown]
Description
Acer barbinerve (also called Downy-Veined 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 barbinerve 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.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Acer barbinerve 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Acer barbinerve 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 barbinerve
Acer barbinerve is native to Japan. It can be found in moist woods and along streams.
Acer barbinerve FAQ
What is the scientific name of Acer barbinerve?
Acer barbinerve
What is the family of Acer barbinerve?
Sapindaceae
What is the common name of Acer barbinerve?
Barbinerved Maple
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