Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Genus:
Species:
granatense
ID:
514958

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1838

Citation Micro:
Elench. Pl. Nov. : 25 (1838)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000514290



Common Names

  • Acer Granatense
  • Granatense Maple
  • Granatense Maple-tree


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Synonyms

  • Acer granatense xauense (Pau & Font Quer) Dobignard [unknown]
  • Acer hispanicum xauense Pau & Font Quer [unknown]
  • Acer opalus africanum (Pax) A.E.Murray [unknown]
  • Acer opalus africanum (Pax) A.E.Murray [unknown]
  • Acer opalus granatense (Boiss.) Maire [unknown]
  • Acer opalus granatense (Boiss.) Font Quer & Rothm. [unknown]
  • Acer italum granatense (Boiss.) Willk. [unknown]
  • Acer italum nevadense Boiss. ex Pax [unknown]
  • Acer italum granatense (Boiss.) Schwer. [unknown]
  • Acer italum nevadense (Boiss. ex Pax) Schwer. [unknown]
  • Acer hispanicum rouidae Muñoz Med. [unknown]

Description

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

Uses & Benefits

Acer granatense 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 granatense 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 granatense is a deciduous tree native to Spain. 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 granatense

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

Acer granatense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acer granatense?

Acer granatense

What is the common name of Acer granatense?

Granada Maple

Where is Acer granatense native to?

South America

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