Status:
valid
Authors:
L.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1753
Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 1054 (1753)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000515176
Common Names
- Tartarian Maple
- Japanese Maple
- Morrow's Maple
Synonyms
- Acer cordifolium Moench [unknown]
- Acer tataricum acutipterum Jovan. [unknown]
- Acer tataricum crispatum (Pax) Schwer. [unknown]
- Acer tataricum crispum Jovan. [unknown]
- Acer tataricum cruciatum Jovan. [unknown]
- Acer tataricum incumbens Pax [unknown]
- Acer tataricum incumbens (Pax) Jovan. [unknown]
- Acer tataricum latialatum Jovan. [unknown]
- Acer tataricum platypterum Jovan. [unknown]
- Acer tataricum slendzinskii Racib. [unknown]
- Acer tataricum torminaloides Pax [unknown]
- Acer tataricum torminaloides (Pax) A.E.Murray [unknown]
- Euacer tataricum Opiz [unknown]
- Acer tataricum oblongifolium Racib. [unknown]
- Acer tataricum rubrum Schwer. [unknown]
- Acer tataricum crispatum Pax [unknown]
- Acer tataricum nanum Dippel [unknown]
- Acer tataricum rotundifolium Racib. [unknown]
- Acer tataricum torminaloides (Pax) Schwer. [unknown]
- Acer tataricum hebecarpum Schwer. [unknown]
- Acer tataricum orbiculatum Schwer. [unknown]
Description
Acer tataricum (also called the Tartarian 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 tataricum 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 tataricum sub. theiferum (W.P.Fang) Y.S.Chen & P.C.de Jong
Acer tataricum sub. aidzuense (Franch.) P.C.DeJong
Acer tataricum sub. ginnala (Maxim.) Wesm.
Acer tataricum sub. semenovii (Regel & Herder) A.E.Murray
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Acer tataricum has small yellow-green flowers that bloom in the spring. Its seeds are small and winged, and the seedlings have a single, serrated leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Acer tataricum 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 tataricum
Acer tataricum is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in nurseries and garden centers.
Acer tataricum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Acer tataricum?
Acer tataricum
What is the common name of Acer tataricum?
Tatarian Maple
What is the natural habitat of Acer tataricum?
It is native to Eastern Europe and Central Asia
Species in the Acer genus
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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