Status:
valid
Authors:
Hassk.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1843
Citation Micro:
Tijdschr. Natuurl. Gesch. Physiol. 10: 138 (1843)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000514453
Common Names
- Laurinum Maple
- Laurinum Acer
- Laurinum Maple Tree
Synonyms
- Acer cassiifolium Blume [unknown]
- Acer chionophyllum Merr. [unknown]
- Acer curranii Merr. [unknown]
- Acer decandrum Merr. [unknown]
- Acer garrettii Craib [unknown]
- Acer javanicum Jungh. [illegitimate]
- Acer laurinum decandrum (Merr.) A.E.Murray [unknown]
- Acer laurinum garrettii (Craib) A.E.Murray [unknown]
- Acer longicarpum Hu & W.C.Cheng [unknown]
- Acer niveum Blume [unknown]
- Acer philippinum Merr. [unknown]
- Acer niveum laurinum (Hassk.) Schwer. [unknown]
- Acer niveum cassiifolium (Blume) Schwer. [unknown]
- Acer niveum cassiifolium (Blume) Miq. [unknown]
- Acer macropterum T.Z.Hsu & H.Sun [unknown]
- Acer laurinum petelotii Phamhoang, Ho [unknown]
Description
Acer laurinum (also called Laurel maple, among many other common names) is a species of deciduous tree in the family Sapindaceae. It is an evergreen tree that can reach up to 10 m in height. It is native to Japan and Korea. It is found in forests, often in rocky areas, at altitudes of 0-2000 m.
Uses & Benefits
Acer laurinum is a species of maple tree native to Japan. It is used as an ornamental plant and its wood is used for making furniture and musical instruments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Acer laurinum has small yellow flowers, winged seeds, and small seedlings.
Cultivation and Propagation
Acer laurinum can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and rooted in a well-drained soil mix.
Where to Find Acer laurinum
Acer laurinum is native to the eastern United States and Canada.
Acer laurinum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Acer laurinum?
Acer laurinum
What is the common name of Acer laurinum?
Laurel Maple
What is the natural habitat of Acer laurinum?
Woodlands, forests, and hedgerows
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