Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Genus:
Species:
shenzhenensis
ID:
1322049

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.H.Miao & X.M.Wang

Source:
ipni

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Boreal.-Occid. Sin. 26: 823 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001334503



Common Names

  • Acer shenzhenensis
  • Shenzhen Maple
  • Shenzhen Acer


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Description

Acer shenzhenensis (also called Shenzhen Maple, among many other common names) is a small tree native to the island of Borneo. It has small, oblong leaves and produces yellow flowers. It is found in lowland and montane forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Acer shenzhenensis is a perennial tree that is used as an ornamental tree in gardens and landscaping. It is also used for medicinal purposes, such as treating fever, headaches, and stomach problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Acer shenzhenensis has small, white, fragrant flowers with yellowish-green sepals. Its seeds are small and brown. The seedlings are short and slender with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acer shenzhenensis can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from mature plants and placed in a rooting medium such as perlite or vermiculite. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment until the plants are established.

Where to Find Acer shenzhenensis

Acer shenzhenensis can be found in China, primarily in Guangdong and Guangxi.

Acer shenzhenensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acer shenzhenensis?

Acer shenzhenensis

What is the common name of Acer shenzhenensis?

Shenzhen Maple

What is the natural habitat of Acer shenzhenensis?

Forests

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

Xiao Ming Wang: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'X.M.Wang' in the authors string.
Ru Huai Miao (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.H.Miao' in the authors string.