Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Genus:
Species:
crassum
ID:
514826

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hu & W.C.Cheng

Source:
cmp

Year:
1948

Citation Micro:
Bull. Fan Mem. Inst. Biol. , n.s., 1: 201 (1948)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000514158



Common Names

  • Acer Crassum
  • Thick-Leaved Maple
  • Thick-Leaved Maple Tree


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Description

Acer crassum (also called Thick-leaved maple, among many other common names) is a deciduous tree native to Japan. It has a rounded crown and lobed leaves. It grows in woodlands, hedgerows, and parks.

Uses & Benefits

Acer crassum 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

Flower: White, star-shaped, and clustered. Seed: Small, dark brown, and oblong. Seedlings: Oval-shaped leaves with a pointed tip.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acer crassum can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and rooted in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Acer crassum

Acer crassum is found in wet, sandy soils in the southeastern United States.

Acer crassum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acer crassum?

Acer crassum

What is the common name of Acer crassum?

Thick-leaved maple

What is the habitat of Acer crassum?

It is found in moist forests, along streams, and in other moist areas

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-2615558: Based on the initial data import
Hu Xiansu (1894-1968): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hu' in the authors string.
Wan Chun Cheng (1908-1987): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.C.Cheng' in the authors string.