Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Genus:
Species:
spicatum
ID:
515796

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lam.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1786

Citation Micro:
Encycl. 2: 381 (1786)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000515128



Common Names

  • Spicate Maple
  • Japanese Maple
  • Matsumurae Maple


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Synonyms

  • Acer montanum W.T.Aiton [unknown]
  • Acer parviflorum Ehrh. [unknown]
  • Acer pumilum W.Bartram [unknown]
  • Acer spicatum roseocarpum A.E.Murray [unknown]
  • Acer striatum Du Roi [unknown]
  • Acer spicatum rugosum Schwer. [unknown]

Description

Acer spicatum (also called Mountain 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 North America and grows in moist, shady forests at elevations of 1000-2000 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Acer spicatum 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 spicatum can be used to make syrup.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Acer spicatum 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 spicatum 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 spicatum

Acer spicatum is native to North America and can be found in moist woods, floodplains, and along streams and rivers.

Acer spicatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acer spicatum?

Acer spicatum

What is the family of Acer spicatum?

Sapindaceae

What is the common name of Acer spicatum?

Mountain 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