Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Genus:
Species:
tenellum
ID:
515871

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pax

Source:
cmp

Year:
1889

Citation Micro:
Hooker's Icon. Pl. 19: t. 1897 (1889)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000515203



Common Names

  • Tenellum Maple
  • Japanese Maple
  • Morrow's Maple


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Synonyms

  • Acer cappadocicum rotundilobum A.E.Murray [unknown]
  • Acer tenellum septemlobum (W.P.Fang & Soong) W.P.Fang & Soong [unknown]
  • Acer mono septemlobum W.P.Fang & Soong [unknown]
  • Acer tenellum tenellum [unknown]

Description

Acer tenellum (also called the delicate 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 tenellum 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 tenellum has small yellow flowers that appear in the spring. Its seeds are small, brown, and winged. Its seedlings have a single, oval-shaped cotyledon and two small, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acer tenellum 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 tenellum

Acer tenellum is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in nurseries and garden centers.

Acer tenellum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acer tenellum?

Acer tenellum

What is the common name of Acer tenellum?

Slender Maple

What is the natural habitat of Acer tenellum?

It is native to East Asia

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