Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Genus:
Species:
sichourense
ID:
515769

Status:
valid

Authors:
(W.P.Fang & M.Y.Fang) W.P.Fang

Source:
cmp

Year:
1979

Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin. 17(1): 74 (1979)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000515101



Common Names

  • Sichourense Maple
  • Japanese Maple
  • Matsumurae Maple


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Synonyms

  • Acer angustilobum sichourense W.P.Fang & M.Y.Fang [unknown]

Description

Acer sichourense (also called Sichouren 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 China and grows in moist, shady forests at elevations of 1000-2000 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Acer sichourense 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 sichourense can be used to make syrup.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Acer sichourense 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 sichourense 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 sichourense

Acer sichourense is native to China and can be found in deciduous forests and along streams and rivers.

Acer sichourense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acer sichourense?

Acer sichourense

What is the family of Acer sichourense?

Sapindaceae

What is the common name of Acer sichourense?

Sichouren 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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2616456: Based on the initial data import
Wen-Pei Fang (1899-1983): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.P.Fang' in the authors string.
Ming Yuan Fang (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.Y.Fang' in the authors string.