Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Genus:
Species:
gracilifolium
ID:
514957

Status:
valid

Authors:
W.P.Fang & C.C.Fu

Source:
cmp

Year:
1981

Citation Micro:
Fl. Tsinling. 1(3): 453 (1981)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000514289



Common Names

  • Graceful-Leaf Maple
  • Graceful-Leaf Chinese Maple
  • Graceful-Leaf Chinese-Maple


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Description

Acer gracilifolium (also called 'Slender-Leaved 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 gracilifolium is a deciduous tree that is often used in landscaping for its attractive foliage and bark. It can also be used to provide shade and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Acer gracilifolium 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 gracilifolium is a deciduous tree native to China. 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 gracilifolium

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

Acer gracilifolium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acer gracilifolium?

Acer gracilifolium

What is the common name of Acer gracilifolium?

Slender-leaved Maple

Where is Acer gracilifolium 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-2615686: Based on the initial data import
Wen-Pei Fang (1899-1983): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.P.Fang' in the authors string.
Ching Chu Fu: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.C.Fu' in the authors string.