Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Genus:
Species:
sutchuenense
ID:
515831

Status:
valid

Authors:
Franch.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1894

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. (Morot) 8: 294 (1894)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000515163



Common Names

  • Sutchuenense Maple
  • Japanese Maple
  • Matsumurae Maple


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Synonyms

  • Acer sutchuenense tienchuanense (W.P.Fang & Soong) W.P.Fang [unknown]
  • Acer tienchuanense W.P.Fang & Soong [unknown]
  • Crula sutchuenensis (Franch.) Nieuwl. [unknown]
  • Acer sutchuenense sutchuenense [unknown]

Description

Acer sutchuenense (also called the Szechuan maple, among many other common names) is a deciduous tree native to East Asia. It has an upright habit and can reach up to 25 meters in height. 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 sutchuenense 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.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Acer sutchuenense 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 sutchuenense 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 sutchuenense

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

Acer sutchuenense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acer sutchuenense?

Acer sutchuenense

What is the family of Acer sutchuenense?

Sapindaceae

What is the common name of Acer sutchuenense?

Szechuan 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