Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Genus:
Species:
davidii
ID:
514842

Status:
valid

Authors:
Franch.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1886

Citation Micro:
Nouv. Arch. Mus. Hist. Nat. , sér. 2, 8: 212 (1885 publ. 1886)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000514174



Common Names

  • David's Maple
  • David's Chinese Maple
  • David's Chinese-Maple


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Synonyms

  • Acer cavaleriei H.Lév. [unknown]
  • Acer davidii grandifolium S.Y.Liang & Y.Q.Huang [unknown]
  • Acer davidii horizontale Pax [unknown]
  • Acer horizontale Franch. ex W.P.Fang [unknown]
  • Acer laxiflorum ningpoense Pax [unknown]
  • Acer davidii tomentellum Schwer. [unknown]
  • Acer davidii glabrescens Pax [unknown]
  • Acer davidii glabrescens (Pax) Schwer. [unknown]
  • Acer davidii acuminatifolium W.P.Fang [unknown]
  • Acer sikkimense davidii (Franch.) Wesm. [unknown]
  • Acer davidii davidii [unknown]

Description

Acer davidii (also called Snake bark maple, among many other common names) is a deciduous tree native to China. It has a rounded crown and lobed leaves. It grows in woodlands, hedgerows, and parks.

Uses & Benefits

Acer davidii 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.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Acer davidii sub. grosseri (Pax) ined.

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 davidii is a deciduous tree native to China. It is commonly grown as an ornamental tree for its attractive foliage and flowers. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in the spring in moist, well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and planted in moist, well-drained soil.

Where to Find Acer davidii

Acer davidii can be found in the forests of Japan, Korea, and eastern China.

Acer davidii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acer davidii?

Acer davidii

What is the common name of Acer davidii?

David's maple

What is the habitat of Acer davidii?

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