Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Genus:
Species:
pectinatum
ID:
515491

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wall. ex G.Nicholson

Source:
cmp

Year:
1881

Citation Micro:
Gard. Chron. n.s., 15: 365, fig. 69. 1881 [19 Mar 1881]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000514823



Common Names

  • Pectinate Maple
  • Japanese Maple
  • Matsumurae Maple


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Synonyms

  • Acer pectinatum Wall. ex Pax [unknown]
  • Acer laisuense W.P.Fang & W.K.Hu [unknown]
  • Acer pectinatum caudatilobum (Rehder) A.E.Murray [unknown]
  • Acer pectinatum rufinerve A.E.Murray [unknown]
  • Acer pectinatum pectinatum [unknown]

Description

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

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Acer pectinatum sub. forrestii (Diels) A.E.Murray
Acer pectinatum sub. laxiflorum (Pax) A.E.Murray
Acer pectinatum sub. maximowiczii (Pax) A.E.Murray
Acer pectinatum sub. taronense (Hand.-Mazz.) A.E.Murray

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Acer pectinatum has small, yellow-green flowers that appear in clusters in early spring. Its seeds are small, winged, and brown in color. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acer pectinatum 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 pectinatum

Acer pectinatum is native to western North America and can be found in the states of California, Oregon, and Washington.

Acer pectinatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acer pectinatum?

Acer pectinatum

What is the common name of Acer pectinatum?

Comb-leaved Maple

What is the natural habitat of Acer pectinatum?

Woodlands, forest margins, and mountain slopes

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-2616197: Based on the initial data import
Nathaniel Wolff Wallich (1786-1854): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wall.' in the authors string.
George Nicholson (1847-1908): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.Nicholson' in the authors string.