Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Genus:
Species:
calcaratum
ID:
514694

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gagnep.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1948

Citation Micro:
Notul. Syst. (Paris) 13: 192 (1948)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000514026



Common Names

  • Acer Calcaratum
  • Spiked Maple
  • Himalayan Maple


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Synonyms

  • Acer craibianum Delendick [unknown]
  • Acer isolobum Kurz [unknown]
  • Acer osmastonii Gamble [unknown]
  • Acer wilsonii burmense A.E.Murray [unknown]

Description

Acer calcaratum (also called Spurred 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 sharply-toothed leaves. The flowers are small and yellow and appear in spring. It prefers moist soils and partial shade.

Uses & Benefits

Acer calcaratum is a plant that is used for ornamental purposes in gardens and landscapes. It is also used for medicinal purposes, as it contains compounds that can help treat various ailments. It is also used as a source of food, as its leaves can be eaten raw or cooked.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Acer calcaratum has small yellow flowers with four petals, small brown seeds, and seedlings with thin, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acer calcaratum 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 calcaratum

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

Acer calcaratum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acer calcaratum?

Acer calcaratum

What is the common name of Acer calcaratum?

Spur-Leaf Maple

What is the natural habitat of Acer calcaratum?

It is native to the Himalayas and western China, 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