Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Genus:
Species:
campbellii
ID:
514698

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hook.f. & Thomson ex Hiern

Source:
cmp

Year:
1875

Citation Micro:
Fl. Brit. India 1: 696 (1875)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000514030



Common Names

  • Acer Campbellii
  • Campbell's Maple
  • Campbell's Maple Tree


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Synonyms

  • Acer campbellii serratifolia Banerji [unknown]
  • Acer campbellii campbellii [unknown]

Description

Acer campbellii (also called Campbell's 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 campbellii 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.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Acer campbellii sub. chekiangense (W.P.Fang) A.E.Murray
Acer campbellii sub. flabellatum (Rehder) A.E.Murray
Acer campbellii sub. sinense (Pax) P.C.DeJong
Acer campbellii sub. wilsonii (Rehder) P.C.DeJong

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

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

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Acer campbellii: Acer campbellii is a deciduous tree that can reach heights of up to 25 meters. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed, which should be sown in spring. Cuttings can also be taken from semi-ripe wood in summer.

Where to Find Acer campbellii

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

Acer campbellii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acer campbellii?

Acer campbellii

What is the common name of Acer campbellii?

Campbell's Maple

What is the natural habitat of Acer campbellii?

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2615436: Based on the initial data import
Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.
William Philip Hiern (1839-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hiern' in the authors string.
Thomas Thomson (1817-1878): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thomson' in the authors string.