Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Genus:
Species:
guanense
ID:
514967

Status:
valid

Authors:
W.P.Fang

Source:
cmp

Year:
1981

Citation Micro:
Fl. Sichuanica 1: 462 (1981)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000514299



Common Names

  • Acer Guanense
  • Guanense Maple
  • Guanense Maple-tree


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Description

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

Uses & Benefits

Acer guanense is a species of maple tree native to Mexico. It is used as an ornamental plant and its wood is used for making furniture and musical instruments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Acer guanense 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 guanense is a deciduous tree native to Mexico. 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 guanense

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

Acer guanense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acer guanense?

Acer guanense

What is the common name of Acer guanense?

Guanacaste Maple

Where is Acer guanense native to?

Central 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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2615695: Based on the initial data import
Wen-Pei Fang (1899-1983): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.P.Fang' in the authors string.