Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Genus:
Species:
freemanii
ID:
514916

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.E.Murray

Source:
cmp

Year:
1969

Citation Micro:
Kalmia 1: 18 (1969)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000514248



Common Names

  • Freeman's Maple
  • Freeman's Chinese Maple
  • Freeman's Chinese-Maple


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Description

Acer freemanii (also called 'Freeman's Maple', among many other common names) is a deciduous tree that can reach up to 20 m in height. It is native to China and is found in moist forests and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Acer freemanii 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

Acer freemanii has small, yellow-green flowers that are borne in clusters. The seeds are small, brown and winged. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acer freemanii is a deciduous tree native to North America. It is best grown in moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade. Propagation is usually done by seed. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained seedbed. Plants can also be propagated by cuttings in late spring or early summer.

Where to Find Acer freemanii

Acer freemanii can be found in the Himalayas, from Afghanistan to western China.

Acer freemanii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acer freemanii?

Acer freemanii

What is the common name of Acer freemanii?

Freeman's Maple

Where is Acer freemanii native to?

Eastern Asia

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-2615647: Based on the initial data import
Albert Edward Murray (b.1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.E.Murray' in the authors string.