Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Genus:
Species:
brachystephyanum
ID:
514677

Status:
valid

Authors:
T.Z.Hsu

Source:
cmp

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
Guihaia 11: 11 (1991)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000514009



Common Names

  • Acer Brachystephyanum
  • Korean Maple
  • Korean Maple Tree


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Description

Acer brachystephyanum (also called Short-Stalked Maple, among many other common names) is a deciduous tree native to temperate regions of Asia. It grows to a height of up to 10 m and has oval-shaped leaves. The flowers are small and yellow and appear in spring. It prefers moist soils and partial shade.

Uses & Benefits

Acer brachystephyanum 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 brachystephyanum 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 brachystephyanum 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 brachystephyanum

Acer brachystephyanum is native to Japan. It can be found in moist woods and along streams.

Acer brachystephyanum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acer brachystephyanum?

Acer brachystephyanum

What is the common name of Acer brachystephyanum?

Short-Leaf Maple

What is the natural habitat of Acer brachystephyanum?

It is native to the Caucasus and northern Iran, where it grows in forests, scrub, and rocky places.

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2615417: Based on the initial data import
Ting Zhi Hsu (b.1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.Z.Hsu' in the authors string.