Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Genus:
Species:
leptophyllum
ID:
515138

Status:
valid

Authors:
W.P.Fang

Source:
cmp

Year:
1979

Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin. 17(1): 61 (1979)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000514470



Common Names

  • Leptophyllum Maple
  • Leptophyllum Acer
  • Leptophyllum Maple Tree


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Description

Acer leptophyllum (also called Thin-leaved Maple, among many other common names) is a deciduous tree with a rounded crown. It is native to China and is found in mountain forests and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

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

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acer leptophyllum 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 leptophyllum

Acer leptophyllum is native to China and can be found in the provinces of Sichuan, Yunnan, and Guizhou.

Acer leptophyllum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acer leptophyllum?

Acer leptophyllum

What is the common name of Acer leptophyllum?

Chinese maple

What type of plant is Acer leptophyllum?

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-2615860: Based on the initial data import
Wen-Pei Fang (1899-1983): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.P.Fang' in the authors string.