Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Genus:
Species:
oblongum
ID:
515375

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wall. ex DC.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1824

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 1: 593 (1824)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000514707



Common Names

  • Oblong Maple
  • Japanese Maple
  • Morrow's Maple


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Synonyms

  • Acer buergerianum formosanum (Hayata ex Koidz.) E.Murray & Lauener [unknown]
  • Acer buzimpala Buch.-Ham. ex D.Don [unknown]
  • Acer itoanum (Hayata) H.L.Li [unknown]
  • Acer laikuanii Ling [unknown]
  • Acer lanceolatum Molliard [unknown]
  • Acer laurifolium D.Don [unknown]
  • Acer nepalense Dippel [unknown]
  • Acer oblongifolium Dippel [unknown]
  • Acer oblongum concolor Pax [unknown]
  • Acer oblongum itoanum Hayata [unknown]
  • Acer oblongum laosianum Lecomte [unknown]
  • Acer oblongum latialatum Pax [unknown]
  • Acer oblongum membranaceum Banerji [unknown]
  • Acer oblongum microcarpum Hiern [unknown]
  • Acer oblongum pachyphyllum W.P.Fang [unknown]
  • Acer trifidum formosanum Hayata ex Koidz. [unknown]
  • Acer trifidum integrifolium Makino [unknown]
  • Euacer laevifolium Opiz [unknown]
  • Acer oblongum glaucum Schwer. [unknown]
  • Acer oblongum microcarpum (Hiern) Schwer. [unknown]
  • Acer oblongum concolor (Pax) Schwer. [unknown]
  • Acer buergerianum formosanum (Hayata ex Koidz.) Sasaki [unknown]
  • Acer oblongum trilobum A.Henry [unknown]
  • Acer buergerianum formosanum (Hayata ex Koidz.) Rehder [deprecated]
  • Acer oblongum oblongum [unknown]
  • Acer trifidum formosanum Hayata ex H.Lév. [unknown]

Description

Acer oblongum (also called Japanese Maple, among many other common names) is a deciduous tree native to Japan and Korea. It has a rounded crown and ovate-lanceolate leaves with serrated margins. It grows in moist, well-drained soils in full sun to part shade. It is often found in forests, woodlands, and along riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Acer oblongum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks and can be used to make furniture.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Acer oblongum var. omeiense W.P.Fang & Soong

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Acer oblongum has small yellow flowers. Its seeds are small, brown and winged. Its seedlings have two opposite, ovate leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acer oblongum is a deciduous tree that can grow up to 10-15 m tall. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can tolerate full sun to partial shade. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring and cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Acer oblongum

Acer oblongum is native to China and can be found in moist, shady forests and along streams and rivers.

Acer oblongum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acer oblongum?

Acer oblongum

Where is Acer oblongum found?

Acer oblongum is found in forests in China, Japan, and Korea.

What is the growth habit of Acer oblongum?

Acer oblongum is a deciduous tree with a rounded growth habit.

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-2616086: Based on the initial data import
Nathaniel Wolff Wallich (1786-1854): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wall.' in the authors string.
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.