Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Genus:
Species:
sterculiaceum
ID:
515811

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wall.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1830

Citation Micro:
Pl. Asiat. Rar. 2: 3 (1830)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000515143



Common Names

  • Sterculiaceum Maple
  • Japanese Maple
  • Matsumurae Maple


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Synonyms

  • Acer sterculiaceum tomentosum A.E.Murray [unknown]
  • Acer villosum Wall. [unknown]
  • Acer villosum sterculiaceum (Wall.) Schwer. [unknown]
  • Acer sterculiaceum sterculiaceum [unknown]

Description

Acer sterculiaceum (also called the winged 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 sterculiaceum is commonly used for its ornamental value in landscaping. It is also used for making furniture, flooring, and other wood products. The bark of this tree is used for medicinal purposes and its sap can be used to make syrup.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Acer sterculiaceum sub. franchetii (Pax) A.E.Murray
Acer sterculiaceum sub. thomsonii (Miq.) A.E.Murray

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Acer sterculiaceum 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 sterculiaceum 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 sterculiaceum

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

Acer sterculiaceum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acer sterculiaceum?

Acer sterculiaceum

What is the family of Acer sterculiaceum?

Sapindaceae

What is the common name of Acer sterculiaceum?

Sterculia 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