Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Genus:
Species:
sinopurpurascens
ID:
515791

Status:
valid

Authors:
W.C.Cheng

Source:
cmp

Year:
1931

Citation Micro:
Contr. Biol. Lab. Chin. Assoc. Advancem. Sci., Sect. Bot. 6: 62 (1931)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000515123



Common Names

  • Sinopurpurascens Maple
  • Japanese Maple
  • Matsumurae Maple


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Synonyms

  • Acer diabolicum sinopurpurascens (Cheng) A.E.Murray [unknown]

Description

Acer sinopurpurascens (also called Purple Chinese 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 sinopurpurascens 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 sinopurpurascens can be used to make syrup.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Acer sinopurpurascens 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 sinopurpurascens 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 sinopurpurascens

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

Acer sinopurpurascens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acer sinopurpurascens?

Acer sinopurpurascens

What is the family of Acer sinopurpurascens?

Sapindaceae

What is the common name of Acer sinopurpurascens?

Purple Chinese 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-2616477: Based on the initial data import
Wan Chun Cheng (1908-1987): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.C.Cheng' in the authors string.