Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Genus:
Species:
shirasawanum
ID:
515766

Status:
valid

Authors:
Koidz.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1911

Citation Micro:
J. Coll. Sci. Imp. Univ. Tokyo 32(1): 38 (1911)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000515098



Common Names

  • Shirasawanum Maple
  • Japanese Maple
  • Matsumurae Maple


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Synonyms

  • Acer japonicum aureum Siesmayer [unknown]
  • Acer shirasawanum aureum (Siesm.) Delendick [unknown]
  • Acer shirasawanum tenuifolium Koidz. [unknown]
  • Acer japonicum microphyllum Siesmayer [unknown]
  • Acer japonicum aureum (Siesmayer) Schwer. [unknown]
  • Acer dissectum tenuifolium (Koidz.) Koidz. [unknown]

Description

Acer shirasawanum (also called Shirasawa Maple, among many other common names) is a deciduous tree that can reach up to 15 meters in height. It has a broad, rounded crown and its bark is gray-brown with shallow fissures. It is native to Japan and grows in moist, shady forests at elevations of 1000-2000 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Acer shirasawanum is used as an ornamental tree for its attractive bark and foliage. It is also used for windbreaks and as a shade tree. The sap of Acer shirasawanum can be used to make syrup.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Acer shirasawanum has small yellow-green flowers that bloom in the spring. Its seeds are small and winged, and the seedlings have a single, serrated leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acer shirasawanum is a deciduous tree that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and should be propagated from seed or cuttings. It is a slow-growing tree and can reach a height of up to 20 feet.

Where to Find Acer shirasawanum

Acer shirasawanum is native to Japan and can be found in deciduous forests and along streams and rivers.

Acer shirasawanum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acer shirasawanum?

Acer shirasawanum

What is the family of Acer shirasawanum?

Sapindaceae

What is the common name of Acer shirasawanum?

Shirasawa's Maple

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