Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Genus:
Species:
discolor
ID:
514858

Status:
valid

Authors:
Maxim.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1880

Citation Micro:
Bull. Acad. Imp. Sci. Saint-Pétersbourg , sér. 3, 26: 436 (1880)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000514190



Common Names

  • Swamp Maple
  • Swamp Red Maple
  • Swamp Red-Maple


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Description

Acer discolor (also called Swamp Maple, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Aceraceae family. It is a deciduous tree native to North America, and is found in wet habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Acer discolor 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

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 discolor 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 discolor

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

Acer discolor FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acer discolor?

Acer discolor

What is the common name of Acer discolor?

Swamp maple

What is the habitat of Acer discolor?

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