Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Genus:
Species:
pensylvanicum
ID:
515507

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 1055 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000514839



Common Names

  • Striped Maple
  • Snakebark Maple
  • Moosewood Maple


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Synonyms

  • Acer canadense Duhamel [unknown]
  • Acer tricuspifolium Stokes [unknown]

Description

Acer pensylvanicum (also called 'Striped Maple', among many other common names) is a deciduous tree native to the eastern United States and Canada. It has a rounded crown, with three-lobed leaves that turn yellow or orange in the fall. It grows best in moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade.

Uses & Benefits

Acer pensylvanicum is a deciduous tree that is commonly used as an ornamental tree for landscaping. It is also used for timber and firewood.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Acer pensylvanicum 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 pensylvanicum is a deciduous tree native to North America. It is best grown in moist, well-drained soils in full sun to part shade. Propagation is done through cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and the seed should be sown in a sterile medium in the spring.

Where to Find Acer pensylvanicum

Acer pensylvanicum is native to eastern North America and can be found in the states of Pennsylvania, New York, and New Jersey.

Acer pensylvanicum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acer pensylvanicum?

Acer pensylvanicum

What is the common name of Acer pensylvanicum?

Striped Maple

What is the natural habitat of Acer pensylvanicum?

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