Acer palmatum (Japanese maple) - Image 21

Botanical name: Acer palmatum

Common names: Japanese maple, Palmate maple, Smooth Japanese maple

Family: Sapindaceae

Origin: Japan

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 5-9?

USDA Plant Hardiness MapPlant used for bonsaiLarge tree taller than 20 ftSmall tree 10-20 ftSemi-shadeFull sunModerate waterOrnamental foliageDeciduous plantSubtropical or temperate zone plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short time
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This red leaf Japanese Maple has finely-divided, lacy leaves of a deep red in the spring but foliage color fades to light green in early summer. 26/05/2015
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