Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Genus:
Species:
elegantulum
ID:
514870

Status:
valid

Authors:
W.P.Fang & P.L.Chiu

Source:
cmp

Year:
1979

Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin. 17(1): 76 (1979)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000514202



Common Names

  • Elegant Maple
  • Elegant Japanese Maple
  • Elegant Japanese-Maple


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Synonyms

  • Acer elegantulum macrurum W.P.Fang & P.L.Chiu [unknown]
  • Acer elegantulum elegantulum [unknown]

Description

Acer elegantulum (also called Elegant 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 dry habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Acer elegantulum is an ornamental tree used in gardens and parks. It has a long flowering period and its flowers attract bees and butterflies. It can also be used as a shade tree or as a windbreak.

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 elegantulum 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 elegantulum

Acer elegantulum is native to the eastern United States and Canada.

Acer elegantulum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acer elegantulum?

Acer elegantulum

What is the common name of Acer elegantulum?

Elegant maple

What is the habitat of Acer elegantulum?

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-2615604: Based on the initial data import
Wen-Pei Fang (1899-1983): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.P.Fang' in the authors string.
Pao Ling Chiu: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.L.Chiu' in the authors string.