Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Genus:
Species:
stachyophyllum
ID:
515800

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hiern

Source:
cmp

Year:
1875

Citation Micro:
Fl. Brit. India 1: 694 (1875)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000515132



Common Names

  • Stachyophyllum Maple
  • Japanese Maple
  • Matsumurae Maple


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Synonyms

  • Acer muliense W.P.Fang & W.K.Hu [unknown]
  • Acer muliense pentaneurum W.P.Fang & W.K.Hu [unknown]
  • Acer stachyophyllum pentaneurum (W.P.Fang & W.K.Hu) W.P.Fang [unknown]
  • Acer tetramerum Pax [unknown]
  • Acer tetramerum dolichurum W.P.Fang & Y.T.Wu [unknown]
  • Acer tetramerum longiracemosum Rehder [unknown]
  • Acer tetramerum mapienense W.P.Fang [unknown]
  • Acer tetramerum viridicarpum W.P.Fang [unknown]
  • Acer tetramerum elobulatum Rehder [unknown]
  • Acer tetramerum tiliifolium Rehder [unknown]
  • Acer stachyophyllum stachyophyllum [unknown]

Description

Acer stachyophyllum (also called Chinese maple, among many other common names) is a deciduous tree native to East Asia. It has a rounded crown and a short trunk, with a maximum height of 15 meters. Its bark is smooth and grayish-brown in color. It is found in forests, open woodlands, and along streams in its native regions.

Uses & Benefits

Acer stachyophyllum 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 stachyophyllum can be used to make syrup.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Acer stachyophyllum sub. betulifolium (Maxim.) P.C.DeJong

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Acer stachyophyllum 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 stachyophyllum 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 stachyophyllum

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

Acer stachyophyllum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acer stachyophyllum?

Acer stachyophyllum

What is the family of Acer stachyophyllum?

Sapindaceae

What is the common name of Acer stachyophyllum?

Rough-leaved 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