Status:
valid
Authors:
Santisuk
Source:
cmp
Year:
1992
Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot. 12: 696 (1992)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000514114
Common Names
- Acer Chiangdaoense
- Chiang Dao Maple
- Chiang Dao Maple Tree
Description
Acer chiangdaoense (also called Chiang Dao maple, among many other common names) is a deciduous tree native to Thailand. It has a rounded crown and lobed leaves. It grows in woodlands, hedgerows, and parks.
Uses & Benefits
Acer chiangdaoense is a deciduous tree that is often used as an ornamental tree in parks and gardens. It has a wide variety of uses, including providing shade, shelter, and food for wildlife, and its wood is used for furniture, flooring, and other woodworking projects.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Acer chiangdaoense is a small, yellow-green, five-petalled flower. The seed is a small, brown, winged samara. The seedlings are small, with a single leaf and a short stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cultivation and propagation of Acer chiangdaoense: Acer chiangdaoense is a deciduous tree that can reach heights of up to 15 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 chiangdaoense
Acer chiangdaoense is native to Thailand and can be found in the Chiang Dao Wildlife Sanctuary.
Acer chiangdaoense FAQ
What is the scientific name of Acer chiangdaoense?
Acer chiangdaoense
What is the common name of Acer chiangdaoense?
Chiang Dao Maple
What is the natural habitat of Acer chiangdaoense?
It is native to Thailand, 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