Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Genus:
Species:
trialatum
ID:
515893

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.L.Deng, K.Y.Wei & G.S.Fan

Source:
cmp

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Yunnan. 25: 179 (2003)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000515225



Common Names

  • Trialatum Maple
  • Japanese Maple
  • Morrow's Maple


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Description

Acer trialatum (also called the trialate 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 trialatum 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 trialatum 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 trialatum is a deciduous tree that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown in USDA hardiness zones 5-8.

Where to Find Acer trialatum

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

Acer trialatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acer trialatum?

Acer trialatum

What is the common name of Acer trialatum?

Trial Maple

What is the natural habitat of Acer trialatum?

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2616574: Based on the initial data import
Li Lan Deng: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.L.Deng' in the authors string.
Guo Sheng Fan: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.S.Fan' in the authors string.
Kai Yun Wei: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Y.Wei' in the authors string.