Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Genus:
Species:
leipoense
ID:
515135

Status:
valid

Authors:
W.P.Fang & Soong

Source:
cmp

Year:
1966

Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin. 11: 179 (1966)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000514467



Common Names

  • Leipoense Maple
  • Leipoense Acer
  • Leipoense Maple Tree


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Synonyms

  • Acer leipoense leipoense [unknown]

Description

Acer leipoense (also called Leipo 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 leipoense is a species of maple tree native to China. It is used as an ornamental plant and its wood is used for making furniture and musical instruments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Acer leipoense sub. leucotrichum W.P.Fang

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Acer leipoense has small yellow flowers, winged seeds, and small seedlings.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acer leipoense 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 leipoense

Acer leipoense is found in wet, sandy soils in the southeastern United States.

Acer leipoense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acer leipoense?

Acer leipoense

What is the common name of Acer leipoense?

Chinese maple

What type of plant is Acer leipoense?

Deciduous tree

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-2615857: Based on the initial data import
Wen-Pei Fang (1899-1983): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.P.Fang' in the authors string.
Tse Pu Soong (b.1926): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Soong' in the authors string.